Outpatient Counselor- Remote at RIMROCK TRAILS TREATMENT SERVICES

Prineville, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Treatment, Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health Disorders, Culturally Competent, Trauma-Informed Care, Collaborative Documentation, Family Therapy, Care Coordination, Confidentiality, Professional Ethics, Communication, Time Management, Client Engagement, Holistic Approach, Therapeutic Boundaries, Documentation Standards

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Job Title: Outpatient Counselor -Remote (serving the central Oregon region) Department: Outpatient Reports To: Outpatient Program Director FLSA Status: Variable (Piece Rate) SUMMARY: Our mission is to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment services to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health problems. We create a foundation for healing, strengthen family connections, and offer hope for a brighter future. Rimrock Trails pays a premium for therapists who are competent to provide integrated co-occurring disorders therapy, recognizing the clinical complexity, advanced education level and training required to be dually credentialed as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or those who are licensed and have at least 60 hours in substance use disorder education. Bilingual skills preferred; Rimrock Trails 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 “High Intermediate”. Position may be eligible for loan repayment programs for National Health Service Corps visit- https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/ or for Oregon Behavioral Health Loan Repayment visit- https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Loan-Repayment.aspx POSITION OVERVIEW: Deliver quality clinical treatment services that are responsive to individual needs, reflective of current research, and evidence-based practice. Support clients in achieving successful completion from treatment. Maintain expected clinical hours, minimum of 20 billable services per week. Provide treatment in compliance with ethical standards and Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs). Maintain a therapeutic environment in which staff work with one another to determine the optimal clinical approach. Serve as a representative of the Rimrock Trails mission, on and off the work site. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates understanding of diagnostic placement criteria and treatment modalities for substance use and mental health disorders. Utilizes a variety of models for the treatment of individuals in a culturally competent way. Interventions are developed collaboratively with the client. Provides individual, group, and family therapy meeting documentation standards and timeframes. Explores need for family therapy for each episode of care, unless otherwise indicated. Utilizes a trauma-informed, holistic approach to clients and families. Utilizes Collaborative documentation. Actively engages as a part of the therapeutic process to achieve treatment goals. Utilizes individualized interventions to address the needs of clients, or groups, and families. Demonstrates appropriate physical and emotional boundaries. Adheres to professional code of ethics. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with Federal and State laws, agency policies and procedures, as well as all HIPPA regulations. Attends all required training and acquires education hours needed to uphold certification/licensure. Meets regularly with the Clinical Supervisor per current OARs. Expected to obtain CADC certification within no more than two years of hire. Family Engagement: Value the importance of family participation in treatment. Maintain weekly contact with the family (in person, via phone, or video conference) to provide an update on client progress and engage the family in therapy when indicated. Documentation Utilize collaborative documentation in order to increase client engagement, efficiency, and productivity. Produce clinical documentation within designated time frames. Complete encounters report for each pay period and turn into OP Director by end of business on last scheduled day. Perform filing, copying, and electronic filing tasks, as needed. Care Coordination: Leverage referrals to higher levels of care and other community resources when necessary. Establish a continuum of care with the family/natural supports, Recovery Mentor, mental health counselor, community justice officer, and other identified supports. Understand the variety of insurance/resources that are available and support clients in accessing benefits. Develop knowledge of housing and basic needs resources. GENERAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Professionalism/ Communication/ Attitude Display sound judgment and reasoning. Arrive on time for scheduled services and manage time effectively. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Address conflicts professionally through use of chain of command. Maintain professional standard of conduct. Work effectively on an independent basis while collaborating with team and supervisor. Maintain confidentiality of all written, verbal, and electronic communication. Represent Rimrock Trails in a professional manner. Provide OP Director and Office Manager with schedule availability and communicate all anticipated changes 3 weeks prior to change to minimize client disruption. Report use of sick time to their direct supervisor. Utilize agency resources in a professional and accountable manner. Demonstrate a willingness to grow personally and professionally. Demonstrate a willingness to accept feedback, constructive supervision, and work to improve job performance as identified by supervisors. Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with Federal and State laws, agency policies and procedures, as well as all HIPPA regulations. Adhere to code of ethics. Uphold the agency mission and values. Consult with Program Director regarding any potential ethical dilemma. Maintain clear and consistent therapeutic boundaries with self, co-workers, and clients. Work within the clinical scope of one’s personal training, education, experience, and job expectation. Health and Safety: Adhere to safety/health requirements. Maintain familiarity with emergency plans/procedures. Maintain current certification in First Aid and CPR. Demonstrate care for equipment, buildings, and all other agency resources. Effective Agency Functioning: Work collaboratively and respectfully with community partners, staff, peers, and program Directors. Model cohesiveness by working collaboratively with others, demonstrating to staff that all jobs are essential for healthy work environments and quality care. Adheres to policies and procedures as well as safe work practices. Perform other related duties as assigned. Conflicting Demands: The Outpatient Counselor must negotiate the conflicting demands of providing evidenced-based treatment, care coordination, completing required documentation, and the response to outside requests for records. Organizational Relationships: The Outpatient Counselor reports to and will receive clinical supervision from the Program Director. Work Relationships: The Outpatient Counselor collaboratively works with other clinicians, Recovery Mentors, and outside community partners. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in Clinical Behavioral Health Eligible for Oregon Registered Associate status Preferred Qualifications: Licensure preferred (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD) CADC I certification or higher (CADC2 preferred) or be eligible to obtain within 2 years of hire THE PERKS Professional development assistance 401k and Match Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Vacation - PTO accrual Sick time Competitive Compensation: Compensation is based on billable services rendered. Earning potential is based upon clinicians who work for us. Clinicians make from $82,660.00 to $120,000 per year (working 4 days per week). Income depends on your ability to engage with clients and the clients desire to continue to see you as their therapist as well as how many clients you schedule in your calendar. Your earning potential is up to you! Client Caseload: Full-Load is defined as a 20hr-client caseload per week, consisting of variable length sessions equivalent to 20 hours. This is the minimum expectation for full-time status. You're welcome to see more clients if that aligns with your personal and professional goals. PHYSICAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Typical Working Conditions: This position is fully remote. The position requires the ability to lift up to 25lbs on an occasional basis and utilize typical office equipment, including but not limited to a computer, printer/copier, binding equipment. The position requires sitting for extended periods of time throughout the day. Housekeeping duties may include, but not limited to vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, cooking, laundry, cleaning surfaces, bathroom facilities, watering. Equipment Used: Telephone system, computer, basic hand tools, copier/printer/binding equipment, agency vehicle.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality clinical treatment services that are responsive to individual needs and reflective of current research. Support clients in achieving successful completion from treatment while maintaining compliance with ethical standards and regulations.