Options for Southern Oregon, Inc. is an Oregon non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation based in Grants Pass since 1981. Options is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that operates in both Josephine and Jackson Counties. Options programs range for a full complement of behavioral health services, primary care services, residential treatment services and crisis intervention and stabilization. Options is the designated community mental health program for Josephine County and operates the mobile crisis team.
Mission Statement:
Options for Southern Oregon serves people of all ages in our community who have mental health needs. Our holistic approach addresses housing, advocacy, community integration, crisis intervention, therapy, co-occurring issues, education, work, and economic well-being. We foster the development of mental and emotional health in children, adults, and families, and support our clients’ participation as respected members of the community.
Values Statement:
Options serves individuals and families within a climate of respect and positive regard utilizing evidence-based practices. Inherent in our approach is the recognition of each person's strengths and capacity to grow, and the belief that we can be each other's teachers.
Annual equivalent of $82,492 to $102,876 (prorated by FTE).
If licensed in Oregon (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) this position would include a $3.00/hr license differential that is equivalent to an additional $6,240 per year (prorated by FTE).
Attention Candidates: Please upload both your resume and a cover letter.
* Benefits include:
* Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
* Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
* Clinical supervision and training provided along with continuing education opportunities.
* Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “Intermediate High” or “Low Intermediate+” depending on the testing site.
* This position may be eligible for relocation reimbursement, as well as professional development and support for licensure.
* Position may be eligible for loan repayment– visit https://nhsc.hrsa.gov [https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/] or for Oregon Behavioral Health Loan Repayment visit- https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Loan-Repayment.aspx [https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Loan-Repayment.aspx].
Schedule: Five 8’s or Four 10’s
Overview
The Therapist provides outpatient clinical recovery-focused services to adults with mental illness and substance abuse problems, if present, in a community setting. Works collaboratively within the agency and with other mental health professionals, community partners and local, state and federal stakeholders. Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services. Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.
Responsibilities
The Mental Health Clinician in the Case Management Department completes screenings, assessments and treatment plans, and carries out individual treatment plans for clients on their assigned caseload. Clinical interventions include providing community based therapy and stabilization in community setting. Services include psychotherapy, individual skills training, assistance with accessing entitlements, and crisis interventions. Agency vehicles are available to transport clients as required. Submits timely documentation of services provided using Electronic Health Records and collaborative documentation. We are looking for a Mental Health Clinician with organizational and time management skills as well as therapeutic intervention skills.
Qualifications
This position requires a Master's degree in a behavioral science, an understanding of co-occurring disorders, and related experience.
Experience with substance abuse treatment for dually diagnosed clients preferred.
Must be a QMHP on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.
OR
Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO (please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information)
OR
Must be registered as a licensure intern with the State of Oregon or be licensed in Oregon as an LMFT, LCSW, LPC or clinical Psychologist.
In order to avoid potential conflict of interest, applicants for this position cannot have received services from Options for Southern Oregon within the last 12 months.
Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.
Travels between sites and is required to drive, and depending on needs of the program, may transport clients.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to be approved for driving rights. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
