Elementary School Based Therapist (Full Time)

Chdinc; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

First month rent assistance

Job summary

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time School Based Mental Health Therapist to provide therapeutic supports and care coordination to students and families within the school environment, serving Island City Elementary and Greenwood Elementary Schools.

We offer relocation assistance up to $3,500 and up to $2,000 toward the first month's rent, flexible schedules, generous time-off, and a supportive team dedicated to community health in La Grande, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a social sciences field is required.
• Minimum two years of relevant mental health experience.
• State licensure or willingness to pursue licensure.
• QMHP credentialing for mental health investigators or willingness to pursue.
• Knowledge of mental health treatment practices, including motivational interviewing, assessments, and crisis counseling.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic supports and care coordination to students and families in the school setting.
• Occasionally provide access or crisis coverage as needed.
• Deliver services at Island City Elementary and Greenwood Elementary Schools.

Skills

Mental health therapy

Care coordination

School-based services

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in social sciences

Job description

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time School Based Mental Health Therapist Therapist to provide therapeutic supports and care coordination to students and families within the school environment. This position will occasionally provide access or crisis coverage as needed and will provide services to Island City Elementary and Greenwood Elementary Schools.

CHD WILL PAY UP TO $3500 IN RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND UP TO $2000 TOWARDS FIRST MONTH RENT!

Come work and play in one of the most scenic valleys in the United States. CHD is located at the eastern base of the Blue Mountains, one of Oregon's largest and oldest mountain ranges. Enjoy unlimited year-round outdoor recreation. Join us and be a part of team that makes a difference in the community we serve. CHD values work-life balance and offers flexible schedules and generous time-off.

The Requirements:

• Master's degree in a social sciences field required.*
• Two years of relevant mental health experience.
• State licensure or be willing to pursue licensure.
  
• All Master level QMHP’s must be credentialed as a mental health investigator or willing to pursue credentialing.
• Knowledge of practices, principles and philosophy of mental health treatment, including motivational interviewing, assessment, treatment plans and diagnoses, and crisis counseling.
• Knowledge of computer basics.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass all criminal history check requirements and drug screenings.
• *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:

Full-time position with attractive 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.

To apply please visit our website https://www.chdinc.org/employment. Cover Letter REQUIRED with application.

If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email [e-mail].

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.