Utility Therapist (Part-Time)

Center for Human Development Inc. is seeking a part-time (20 Hours) Utility Therapist. This positions duties will vary depending clinical staffing demands at any given time during the term of employment. The Utility Therapist will primarily focus on QMHP-specific duties i.e. providing assessment direct therapy services such as individual family and/or group sessions mobile crisis response and other QMHP duties as assigned. The Utility Therapist may also spend dedicated time providing QMHA specific duties such as skills training and case management. This position will work with clients across the development/age span.

The Requirements:

• Masters degree in a social sciences field or at a place in their master program that allows for a QMHP variance. CADC or willingness to obtain will be beneficial as well.
• Knowledge of practices principles and philosophy of mental health treatment including motivational interviewing assessment treatment plans and crisis intervention.
• Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR - and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Drivers license and be insurable for client service purposes travel between business offices and attend required meetings and/or trainings.
• *If masters degree has not been obtained to be considered for this position you must be attending school and have at least 30 credits based on quarter completed or 20 credits based on semester completed

The Benefits:

Part-time position with attractive pro-rated benefit package that includes medical dental vision life/AD&D insurance long-term disability insurance excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation Professional Development Plan gym discounts and more. Paid time off includes 1 day of sick time accrued each month 1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service) 10 paid holidays each year and one month paid renewal leave every 7 years! Qualified as a NHSC loan repayment site.

The Area:

Tired of the rat race La Grande Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air a strong community presence virtually no traffic and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking horseback and mountain bike trails and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area bird watching at Ladd Marsh picnics along the Grande Ronde River inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.

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The Center for Human Development Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race color national origin sex sexual orientation religion marital status disability or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.

Required Experience:

Senior IC