Counselor II (HOPE) #56693

Description

Position Close Date: 03/12/2025

***Applicants must upload a resume to their application in order to be considered for this opportunity.***

The Counselor II is responsible for providing outpatient individual and group counseling services to justice-involved clients.  Required to interact with a multidisciplinary team comprised of counselors, parole officers, mentors, and employment specialists.  This position that will work with various programs within outpatient services.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I) certification required at time of hire or;
• Qualified Mental Health Associate certification with MHACBO, or meets QMHA minimum qualifications per the Oregon Administrative Rules; or
• A bachelor’s degree and;
• An existing registration with MHACBO as a CADC I candidate or the ability to register with MHACBO as a CADC I candidate within 30 days of hire, and;
• The ability to obtain CADC I certification within 24 months of registering with MHACBO as a CADC I candidate.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of criminal behavior and at-risk populations.
• Knowledge of engagement challenges with a mandated population and skills to engage mandated clients.
• Experience in mental health counseling and clinical services for persons with dual diagnoses.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Mission-focused and passionate, with an emphasis on serving high-risk populations using evidence-based practices.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Skilled in provision of individual and group counseling using respect and compassion.
• Ability to write accurate and concise reports using an electronic medical record while meeting tight deadlines.
• Well-developed clinical documentation skills and a strong commitment to quality management.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Highest level of ethical and professional standards.
• Knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multicultural and diverse socioeconomic situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR’s).
• Familiarity with or ability to learn Feedback Informed Treatment

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally informed individual and group counseling congruent with Outpatient treatment phases and client clinical needs. Maintain fidelity to treatment models.
• Conduct substance abuse and mental health assessments and clinical evaluations using standardized instruments, ASAM and DSM criteria.
• Write and maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation including progress notes, treatment plans, court reports, assessments and summaries, contact logs and termination summaries.
• Abide by policies and procedures and all relevant state and federal treatment regulations and standards.
• Maintain current licenses and certifications; participate in required training as needed.
• Participate with team members (clinical, administrative and VOA) in a manner that contributes to healthy team functioning

Other Responsibilities: 

• Attend and participate in Counseling Meetings, Group Supervision, Dual Diagnosis Group Supervision, and individual clinical supervision.
• Assist in program development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Environmental Conditions:  Work is performed in a clinical treatment center.

Schedule: This is a full-time position; 40 hours per week.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required for this position.

Volunteers of America Oregon is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary : $23 - $30