Mental Health Therapist, Assertive Community Treatment; ACT

Mental Health Therapist, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) #820

ACT is an intensive Assertive Community Treatment fidelity program.

The Mental Health Therapist is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, provision of supportive counseling, and coordination of multiple service providers for client caseload. Clients are adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Services are given in clinical, community, and home based settings.

Location: This position is based out of Life Works NW's Beaverton site.

Salary Placement Notice:
The posted salary range reflects the compensation potential for this role. Most candidates will be placed between the entry level and midpoint of the range, depending on their experience and qualifications. However, more seasoned professionals with extensive exact or similar experience may be considered for placement toward the higher end of the range. Final salary offers are made in alignment with internal compensation processes in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity laws.

• Responsible for client orientation including advising clients and significant other(s) of the services offered through the program and recommend services.
• Responsible for client evaluations and performs the initial intake interviews. Collects information about clients using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods. Identifies psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnoses disorders. Identifies appropriate treatment services. Notifies client and significant other(s) of diagnosis and initial recommendations. Completes written narrative of evaluation and relevant opening paperwork. Obtains necessary releases.
• Develops therapeutic treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and needs. Treatment plans will have measurable goals and objectives based on the diagnosis and will specify type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy. Treatment plans will be client driven and follow-ups will be completed on time, assessing the quantity and quality of services provided, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary.
• Provides individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, medication training and support, individual or group skills training, and treatment planning utilizing interventions drawn from a variety of clinical and rehabilitation approaches as needed by the client.
• Counsels individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans. Common topics addressed include stress, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, aging or family situations.
• Teaches clients socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. Encourages individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for confronting their problems in a constructive manner. Provides assistance and support to clients with the job search process.
• Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.
• Provides case-coordination by maintaining contact with other agencies, referral source(s), and staff regarding client and significant other(s) involvement in treatment services.
• Assists the client to the extent necessary, based on client's level of functioning, to access needed services and resources. Advocates on client's behalf. May attend the client's psychiatric medical appointments, if clinically indicated.
• Reviews and evaluates clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment plans.
• Provides clients or family members with information about mental health and addictions issues and about available services and programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Reports any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of endangerment, neglect, or abuse of children, individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or the elderly.
• Act as client advocates to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems…