Behavior Health Consultant

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org.

POSITION: Behavior Health Consultant

JOB CLASS/GRADE: Coordinator 3 / Specialist 4; Grade 5

WAGE: Starting at $61,222 per year based on experience

FLSA; EEO; WC: Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS: ODHA East Branch Office and ODHS Gresham Branch Office, Hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: 1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (1)

APPLY AT: www.irco.org

STATUS: Full-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S): Community Works Project

SECTOR: Community Works Project

REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field 2 years’ experience (or Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field 5 years’ experience)

Must possess a valid driver’s license, have verification of current

auto insurance and have full use of automobile during work hours

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The Community Works Project (CWP) is a 3-agency collaborative project providing job preparation and placement services to participants in the program of the ODHS Temporary Assistance to Need Families (TANF) who are participating in Job Opportunities Basic Skills (JOBS) program. CWP serves seven Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) locations.

Position Summary
The Behavior Health Consultant (Mental Health / Alcohol & Drug) position is expected to serve seven ODHS locations during regular ODHS hours of business (with flexibility to meet and respond to participants’ needs outside those hours/locations on an exceptional basis). The Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for serving participants referred by Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Family Coaches for assessment or Mental Health and/or Alcohol & Drug services. The position assesses clients’ needs, determines appropriate types and level of services, and implements culturally responsive and trauma informed interventions for specific cases. This is direct clinical service role providing transitional therapeutic support to clients to establish rapport and engagement, to find participants community providers who accept Medicaid, and on-going case management and follow-up to referrals to ensure participants are receiving the services they need.

Essential Functions

• Conduct screenings/evaluations with participants to determine current need for mental health services and/or drug and alcohol counseling services based on histories of mental, emotional, and physical disabilities; trauma; alcohol and other drug use, past/current mental health services; family, social and work relationships; and any other information disclosed by the participant
• Create a care plan based on the assessment with measurable care goals. Monitor and document ongoing progress toward these goals.
• Establish referral system for culturally responsive and culturally specific mental health and drug & alcohol services with local providers
• Help participants problem-solve to identify different JOBS program activities which accommodate their limitations or disabilities and align with their goals
• Lead care planning through case management interventions and communication with all parties, including participant, to reach desired goals and objectives. Conduct home and community visits when needed.
• Maintain ongoing contact with service providers and request updated information at those times specified by the service providers. Advocate for participant when necessary.
• Obtain, verify, and interpret information from service providers and track participants’ attendance and/or assist Family coaches in doing this. Enter all received documentation, participant/provider contacts and attendance in TRACS and Apricot database systems
• Maintain close coordination with Family Coaches and Medical Case Consultant and Health Navigation Specialist on participants’ progress, advocating for participant when necessary
• Work collaboratively with CWP Medical Case Consultant, Health Navigation Specialist, CWP Program Manager, and ODHS Leadership to streamline Mental Health and Alcohol and other Drug services and processes and co-create ways for medical and mental health teams to work together to serve participants with multiple barriers
• Work to improve participant access to services, resolve problems that may interfere with participants’ engagement in JOBS services, and identify/avoid duplication of services
• Make referrals to the pre-SSI program, Vocational Rehabilitation, medical providers, and community health resources as appropriate
• Provide strength-based assessments using assertive engagement/motivational interviewing in direct consultation with participants
• Submit monthly reports on a strict timeline and contribute to other reports as needed
• Perform short-term crisis intervention for participants, as necessary
• Regularly attend meetings with other CWP teams and DHS to discuss operational issues and intensive case needs

Secondary Functions

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and volunteer activities to support CWP and agency’s goals
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

Education & Experience

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge and experience working with communities of color such as: African
• Americans, Latinx, Native Americans, immigrants and refugees. Bilingual or bicultural persons are strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience working with participants with alcohol and other drug addiction required
• Must be able to maintain and adhere to the highest ethical standards of the social work/counseling profession by maintaining strict confidentiality, striving for the highest quality level of client care and staff alike, and follow mandatory reporting duties as specified by the Oregon Law 419B.010
• Familiarity with local non-profit resources to support emotional well-being and family stability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field 2 years’ experience
• Bachelor’s in Social work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field 5 years’ experience

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid setting job
• Positions require some analysis of problems or decision-making ability
• Work under close supervision
• Well protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles
• Stable work schedule with no fluctuations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting
• 3% match for student loans or college savings
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values based initiatives.

How To Apply

• Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.
• Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.
• For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application.

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.