School Mental Health Therapist
Job Description
The Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time School Mental Health Therapist. This position works as part of the Children’s team providing therapy services within the school environment to children and adolescents suffering from emotional or mental disorders or facilitate these children receiving such services. This position will occasionally provide access or crisis coverage as needed.
CHD WILL PAY UP TO $3500 IN RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND UP TO $2000 TOWARDS FIRST MONTH RENT!
Come work and play in one of the most scenic valleys in the United States. CHD is located at the eastern base of the Blue Mountains, one of Oregon’s largest and oldest mountain ranges. Enjoy unlimited year-round outdoor recreation. Join us and be a part of team that makes a difference in the community we serve. CHD values work-life balance and offers flexible schedules and generous time-off.
The Requirements:
Master’s degree in a social sciences field*;
State licensure or be willing to pursue licensure preferred;
Two years of relevant mental health experience;
Meets requirements of a Qualified Mental Health Professional.
Certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor or must begin certification process upon hire.
Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes, travel between business offices, and to attend required meeting and/or trainings.
Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370 and drug screening.
*If masters degree has not been obtained, to be considered for this position you must be attending school and have at least 30 credits based on quarter completed, or 20 credits based on semester complete
Essential Duties:
Must maintain punctual and regular work attendance.
Assessment and screening of adolescents, and children
Provide individual, group, and family therapy; develop individual treatment plans
Develop format and gather curriculum for specific population groups
Participate on the Crisis Team and pursue investigator and/or examiner certification
Weekly consultation with Behavior Health Team crisis and family treatment teams.
Work on agency committees and cross-team committees as a representative of the SBHC team
Sit on community and interagency committees as a representative of CHD
Assist clients in applying for and obtaining services and benefits; transportation needs; community involvement etc.
Monitors client appointments and progress; maintains accurate and timely case notes, treatment plans and client records
The Benefits:
Full-time position with attractive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, gym discounts, and more. Paid time off includes 1 day of sick time accrued each month, 1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service), 10 paid holidays each year, and one month paid renewal leave every 7 years! Qualified as a NHSC loan repayment site.
The Area:
Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.
To apply please visit our website https://www.chdinc.org/employment. Cover Letter REQUIRED with application.
If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email hr@chdinc.org .
The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.
