Behavioral Health Consultant

Title:Behavioral Health Consultant
Location:Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St. Portland OR 97212
Schedule:This is an in person position Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm.
Wage Range:$33.65-$40.70 Hourly non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Behavioral Health Consultant looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA NW youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Behavioral Health Consultant serves as a member of the primary care team at NARAs Health Clinic
to provide consultation assessment brief intervention and referral for clinic patients identified as at risk
or in need of mental health or addiction services. This position will help design protocols and pathways
for integration of behavioral health in primary care to improve outcomes for clients.

What you will do:

Brief assessment and targeted intervention for behavioral health issues identified in the primary
care setting.
Assist clients with mental health challenges in accessing and utilizing medical care to their best
advantage.
Targeted groups such as chronic pain trauma loss anxiety and depression.
Consultation to medical providers.
Provide clinical support to psychiatric LMPs at clinic.
Participate in multi-disciplinary staff meetings.
Complete written diagnostic assessments and impressions service plans progress notes discharge
summaries and other documentation as required.
Knowledge of and referral to internal and external resources. Designs and maintains referral
pathways internally and externally.
Perform other duties as assigned.

We would like to hear from people that have:

Masters degree in social work psychology counseling or psychiatric nursing plus two years paid
experience as Mental Health Therapist. Prefer dual diagnosis experience.
Basic understanding of common medical conditions and terminology
Experience working with diverse populations intergenerational trauma and familiarity with Trauma informed therapy.
Prefer Licensed Clinical Social Worker Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist and Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays: : New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn Independence Day Labor Day Native American Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving day after Thanksgiving and December 25th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program

How to apply:

To Quick Apply go to Careers NARA NW ()
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Not required) thats all!
Feel free to contact if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use marijuana use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.