Description

At Outside In, we celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to equity and inclusion. We actively challenge systemic oppression and create a workplace where everyone belongs, thrives, and feels valued.

Benefits of Working at Outside In:

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance – Plus life insurance at no cost.
• Retirement Plan – 403(b) with employer contributions after meeting eligibility.
• Disability Coverage – Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous PTO & Holidays – 18 days of PTO in the first year, increasing annually, plus 13 paid holidays.
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Licensure Supervision – Support for professional growth and credentialing.
• Flex & Wellness Benefits – HRA contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Discount Program – Exclusive employee discounts on various products and services.

 This Clinical Assessment Specialist position completes screening and comprehensive assessments for a diverse group of transition-aged homeless youth (age 18-25) seeking mental health and/or alcohol and drug treatment at Outside In. This position works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team providing case management, outpatient mental health, and integrated dual diagnosis treatment to transition-age youth in the Multnomah County Homeless Youth Continuum. 

This position has two levels. Level 1 does not require licensure and the starting wage range is $59,680.61 to $65,876.22. Level 2 requires licensure and the starting wage range is $65,642.30 to $72,456.82.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate referrals to Outside In’s specialty behavioral health treatment programs for transition-aged youth.
• Provide initial screening, comprehensive assessment, and re-assessments of youth, including mental status exam, DSM diagnosis, and clinical formulation. Facilitate development of a Service Plan with each participant.
• Provide accurate data to researchers and assist grant compliance
• Provide counseling as needed to youth entering the program.
• Provide advocacy and assist youth in accessing the services and other resources they need.
• Participate in crisis planning and crisis intervention, which may include after-hours work.
• Provide case management and coordination for individuals in the psychiatric medication management program.
• Complete administrative tasks related to the screening, eligibility determination, assessment, utilization review, and quality provision of behavioral health treatment services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team providing community-based, wrap-around support.
• Participate in outreach activities necessary to offer services and engage participation in a non-coercive manner.
• Execute treatment services as identified on Service Plan, including individual and group therapeutic and skills interventions.
• Participate in admission and discharge planning for any client needing hospitalization or subacute level of care.
• Participate in the rotation of carrying after-hours crisis phone and providing holiday coverage with other members of the team/program.
• Provide advocacy and assist youth in accessing the services and other resources they need.
• Coordinate access to shelter and housing services.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of relevant treatment models.

• Ensure timely documentation of services and outcomes.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to Outside In policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

• Through knowledge of relevant treatment models including CBT, MI.
• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent development, Trauma Informed Care, Stages of Change Theory, harm reduction and Motivational Interviewing.
• Diagnostic and Assessment

Skills

• Ability to engage and welcome youth
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and focus on data collection.
• Ability to work with a variety of clients and diagnostic categories.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and interact effectively with different types of people.
• Good communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to support agency goals and the operational functioning of the Behavioral Health Department.
• Ability to complete all required documentation and information input in a professional, thorough, and timely manner.
• Commitment to continual learning and quality performance.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and performance at all times.
• Ability to navigate technologies used in this position including Credible Behavioral Health Electronic Health Record, MS Office Applications, and Windows Server.
• Skills, ability, and commitment to working with LGBQTI and other culturally diverse youth and staff

Qualifications

Education Experience

• Master’s degree in a human services field and meet State guidelines for QMHP Required.
• Oregon LPC or LCSW required for Clinical Assessment Specialist 2 position
• At least two years’ experience in mental health counseling and/or support services required.
• CADC I or higher required or be able to obtain certification within 6 months.
• At least 2 years’ experience with clinical assessment and DSM diagnosis.
• Experience with level of care and ASAM determinations.
• Experience with relevant treatment models, including Assertive Community Treatment, Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and/or Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, Stages of Change Theory, harm reduction, and Motivational Interviewing.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and focus on data collection.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and interact effectively with different types of people.
• Good communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Meet the Youth Worker Core Competencies.
• Support agency goals and the operational functioning of the Youth Department.
• Perform all required documentation and information input in a professional, thorough, and timely manner.
• Commitment to continual learning and quality performance.
• Maintain professional boundaries and performance at all times.
• Availability for after-hours and holiday coverage rotation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to be insured to drive participants in agency vehicle and car share.
• Must pass background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull, and lift heavy objects.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.

Working Conditions

This job includes working in a standard office environment as well as a variety of community locations to offer community-based treatment. This means that the employee will meet with participants in community locations which may include the participant’s home, hospital, and other surrounding community settings. The employee will be responsible for transporting participants in a rented vehicle. 

Physical Requirements

This job requires operating phones, computers, and other office equipment. Communicating is required on a regular basis. Moving inside the building to other offices and program delivery spaces as well as moving to surrounding sites is expected. Sporadically moves boxes and/or items weighing up to (10) pounds

Salary : $59,681 - $72,457