Bilingual Program Supervisor Mental Health Clinician

Lutheran Community Services Northwest; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription benefits

Employer-paid disability insurance

Life insurance

Vacation benefits

Sick leave

Holidays

Floating holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Lutheran Community Services Northwest in Oregon is seeking a qualified mental health professional to support the Latinx Outreach Program. You will conduct screenings, diagnose conditions, and develop client-centered treatment plans with a focus on trauma-informed care.

Provide culturally sensitive counseling, apply evidence-based methods, and collaborate with families, partners, and the Mental Health Management team to maintain program effectiveness and budget alignment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or closely related field.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Credible is required.
• Knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules principles is required.
• Experience in data collection, analytics and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and adherence to HIPM standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments for the Latinx Outreach Program.
• Diagnose mental health conditions based on client reports using DSM format.
• Develop treatment plans with client involvement and strength-based approaches.
• Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counseling to individuals, families and groups.
• Apply evidence-based practices in treatment and collaborate with supports.
• Represent the agency in the community and liaise with partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Credible

Job description

All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU

As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind.

• A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
• Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency recognized holidays
• 2 floating holidays to use your way
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments to individuals in the Latinx Outreach Program determine treatment needs
• Diagnose mental health conditions based on client reports utilizing most current DSM format
• Facilitate client participation in the development of treatment plans based on client strengths
• Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counseling to individuals, families, and groups
• Apply evidenced-based practices in treatment
• Collaborate with client supports, including family members, partner agencies, and others as indicated
• Represent the agency in the community.
• Work closely with the Mental Health Management team to ensure the smooth operations of the Latinx Outreach program, including interfacing with billing and reception staff.
• Maintain positive working relationships with referents and community partners (Unidos, the Latinx Advisory Council, etc. as it relates to the Latinx Outreach Program)
• Work with the Mental Health Management team to identify and manage strategies and procedures for program efficiencies and contract performance.
• Act as a clinical support for the Culturally specific peer support specialist and move to supervising the position in the next 12 months.
• Help monitor and ensure that the Latinx Outreach Program operates within its budget and fulfills the expectations outlined in its contracts.

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT

• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Credible is required
• Working knowledge of the Oregon Administrative Rules Service and Documentation Standards (309-19-0135 to 309-19-0140) is required
• Experience in data collection, analytics and reporting
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Requires strict adherence of HIPM standards in the office workspace to ensure confidentiality

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree granted by an accredited institution in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field or ability to obtain degree within 6 months is required.
• Experience facilitating groups gained through employment or internship, is a plus.
• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Program management or supervision skills highly desired.
• Experience working with and organizing diverse communities.
• Knowledge and professional experience working in the mental health field.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current counseling certification and licensing in the state of Oregon, or making progress toward securing an Oregon license in the next 6 months. Must meet State of Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and possess, or work toward, MHACBO certification as a QMHP-C unless already pursuing licensure through another counseling or social work profession's licensure board.

Thank you! We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we’re unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.