Mental Health Associate III - ACT

What is the purpose of this position?

To provide community based services, helping to support individuals with significant mental health issues in achieving their recovery goals. To provide specialized services to consumers with Substance Use Disorders. This position is used for employees that are Mental Health Associate II’s that also possess an Oregon CADC.

Essential functions of position.

• Provide support, education and case management to consumers to assist them in achieving their recovery goals. Maintain strength-based approach.

• Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage appropriate interventions.

• Implement approach to utilize and enhance consumers’ natural supports.

• Coordinate work with involved family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers.

• Assist consumers in accessing available benefits and services.

• Continuously evaluate health and safety issues and implement appropriate crisis planning. Assist consumers in self-directing a crises plan.

• Provide support to community groups and organizations enhancing consumer recovery.

• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Provides clinical documentation to meet State, Federal, Regional and departmental standards and requirements which includes:

• Developing recovery-oriented treatment plans with measurable and objective goals.

• Completing clear, organized, timely progress notes.

• Learns/utilizes computer medical record system; including use of newer office technologies.

• Maintain all applicable professional, legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality, dual relations, and informed consent.

• Maintain productivity standards set by departmental policy and carry out other instructions from supervisor and/or Director.

• Complete Substance Abuse assessments to establish the ASAM criteria necessary for admission to residential and other higher levels of treatment.

• Facilitate/co-facilitate Co-Occurring Disorders groups. Assist in the development and advocate for other necessary treatment services.

• Assist other clinicians and their clients in the development of integrated treatment plans to address co-occurring disorders

• Provide individual and group consultation in regard to co-occurring disorders.

• Maintain all applicable professional, legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality, dual relations, and informed consent.

• Maintain productivity standards set by departmental policy and carry out other instructions from supervisor and/or Director.

• Complete Substance Abuse assessments to establish the ASAM criteria necessary for admission to residential and other higher levels of treatment.

• Facilitate/co-facilitate Co-Occurring Disorders groups. Assist in the development and advocate for other necessary treatment services.

• Assist other clinicians and their clients in the development of integrated treatment plans to address co-occurring disorders

Working conditions of position.

Typical office setting, 8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon-Fri. Frequent travel required within the county and infrequent travel within the State. Position may require some stooping, bending, reaching, and lifting of up to 25 pounds.

List required special skills, licenses, certificates, etc.

Must be a Qualified Mental Health Associate or eligible; Bachelor’s degree in health/behavioral health or a combination of at least three years work experience, training or education in mental health.

Must be an Oregon Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Valid driver license required.

Must have good time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment; and good clinical writing/composition skills.

Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Must be able to accept supervision and adhere to County and Department policies. Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees, maintain a positive attitude and represent the County and the Department in the community in a positive manner.