Coos Health & Wellness is seeking a qualified Mental Health Associate to provide community-based services that support individuals with significant mental health needs in achieving their recovery goals.

Must be a qualified Mental Health Associate or eligible, BA in health/behavioral health or a combo of at least 3 years work experience, training or education in mental health. Position requires a valid driver’s license. Must be able to meet productivity standards, work effectively within a team, and coordinate with family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers.

Essential functions of position:

• Provide support, education and case management to consumers to assist them in achieving their recovery goals. Maintain strength-based approach.

• Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage appropriate interventions.

• Implement approach to utilize and enhance consumers’ natural supports.

• Coordinate work with involved family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers.

• Assist consumers in accessing available benefits and services.

• Continuously evaluate health and safety issues and implement appropriate crisis planning. Assist consumers in self-directing a crisis plan.

• Provide support to community groups and organizations enhancing consumer recovery.

• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Provides clinical documentation to meet State, Federal, Regional and departmental standards and requirements which includes:

• Developing recovery-oriented treatment plans with measurable and objective goals.

• Completing clear, organized, timely progress notes.

• Learns/utilizes computer medical record system; including use of newer office technologies.

• Maintain all applicable professional, legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality, dual relations, and informed consent.

• Maintain productivity standards set by departmental policy and carry out other instructions from supervisor and/or Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,489.00 - $5,252.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you a qualified mental health associate?
• This position is located in Coos Bay, Oregon. Are you living in Coos County or willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have a BA in health/behavioral health field, or at least 3 years of work experience, training or education in a mental health field?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person