Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Hep C Free Program - MD155

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,600 - 87,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Match

Employee Assistance Program

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

NARA Northwest is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist for its Hep C Free Program in Portland, Oregon. This role involves providing behavioral health screening, therapy, and crisis intervention while collaborating with community members and healthcare providers.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in a related field and have current licensure in Oregon. A commitment to supporting community health and providing culturally responsive care within Native American contexts is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of paid experience providing behavioral health services.
• Valid Oregon driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health screenings and intake coordination.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy services.
• Complete diagnostic assessments and required documentation.

Skills

Behavioral health screening

Crisis intervention

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Group therapy

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field

Current Oregon licensure as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Hep C Free Program

Location: Indian Health Clinic – 703NE Hancock St., Portland, OR97212.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm; occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Wage Range: $75,600.00–$87,150.00 per year; position is exempt.

Position Overview

The Licensed Mental Health Therapist – HepC Free provides behavioral health screening, individual, family, and group therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination for participants in NARA Northwest’s HepC Free Program. The therapist works in clinic and community settings, employing trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and harm‑reduction approaches to support whole‑person care and improve treatment access for individuals with mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and barriers to healthcare.

What you will do

• Participate in community outreach with the HepC Free team and engage community members in outreach settings.
• Provide behavioral health screenings, referrals, and intake coordination for community members interested in mental health services.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy services as appropriate for clients served under the grant.
• Coordinate care for clients transitioning from HepC Free outreach into mental health and SUD services, tracking them through treatment and referrals to appropriate levels of care.
• Serve as consultant and liaison with referral sources and treatment providers.
• Complete written diagnostic assessments and impressions, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention services, including referrals and follow‑up.
• Provide referral, follow‑up, and outreach services as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and quality assurance activities, including chart reviews.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Current Oregon licensure as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist.
• At least two years of paid experience providing behavioral health services, including work with individuals with co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurable driving record.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
• Must pass a pre‑employment or for‑cause drug test, a criminal background check, and a DMV check.
• Commitment to a drug‑free/alcohol‑free workplace; employees must refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job, and model alcohol sobriety.
• Under the Americans with Disabilities Act and state counterpart, reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.

Benefits

• 15 Paid Holidays (listed below).
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente.
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time.
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (accumulates with years of service to a maximum of 26 days).
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Spending Account.
• 401(k) with 4% Match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days).
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (NARA NW is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC).

15 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
• December25th
• Employee Birthday

EEO Statement

• Preference is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections472 and473).
• NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates receive equal consideration.
• Experience working with Native American/Alaska Native communities is considered a plus.

Policy Overview

All employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors (as applicable) must sign a Drug‑Free/Alcohol‑Free Workplace Certification Form and a Modeling Sobriety Policy Form upon hiring. Violation of these policies may result in disciplinary action up to termination.