Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Mental Health Therapist)

Description

Position Title:      Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Mental Health Therapist)

Reports To:           Clinical Supervisor

Classification:      Full-Time, 1.0 FTE

FLSA Status:         Exempt 

Location:               Portland, OR

Compensation:    $69,000-$84,000 per year DOE

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We do this through Latino community-driven programs, advocacy, and service. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination, that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Latino Network provides a generous benefits package that includes:

• Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative Care
• FSA - Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses
• 401k Plan with Match 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical)
• Professional development opportunities
• Self - Care perks
• Team and family events

Candidate Profile:

Latino Network seeks a bilingual, mission-driven mental health clinician with bilingual and bicultural proficiency and experience providing mental health clinical services to the Latine community. As part of a dedicated team working towards a shared vision and under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and Director of Health And Wellness, the Licensed Mental Health Clinician is charged with providing individual, group and family therapy as part of Latino Network’s Mental Health Clinic. The ideal candidate will address mental health needs by offering evidence-based treatment, conducting assessments, and providing ongoing support to ensure client well-being and growth.

Position Description

Latino Network is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Clinician(Therapist) to ensure the sustainability and delivery of quality mental health care services to youth and families in our community. The Licensed Mental Health Clinician(Therapist) will play a crucial role in implementing mental health services, developing therapeutic curricula, and monitoring and evaluating client progress. This position will also ensure compliance with local public health authorities, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) guidelines, contributing to the holistic well-being of the Latine community.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, culturally relevant mental health services to Latine individuals, families, and communities.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including diagnosing and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Offer individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based techniques.
• Collaborate with community partners, case managers, and healthcare providers to ensure holistic client care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans.
• Advocate for clients' access to mental health services, connecting them with appropriate resources and support.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development to enhance service delivery.
• Educate clients and communities on mental health topics, promoting wellness and reducing stigma.
• Stay up-to-date on current trends, research, and best practices in the field of mental health.

Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensed (or license-eligible) to practice as a mental health provider (e.g., LPC, LMFT, LCSW, QMHP or equivalent).
• At least 2 years experience post licensure.
• Fluency in English/Spanish required.
• Demonstrated understanding of the mental health needs of Latine communities.
• Strong clinical skills with experience individual, family, and group therapy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and community partners.
• Experience in trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working with Latine populations in community-based settings.
• Knowledge of mental health issues specific to immigrant and underserved communities.
• Familiarity with barriers to mental health access and strategies to reduce these barriers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. 

The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 50lbs, particularly during events. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and spend the majority of time in an office environment. They may be required to perform minimal lifting and walking during peak events and prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather), and extreme heat (non-weather). This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

TO APPLY

If you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at:  Careers  

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.

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