Position Summary HIV Alliance is a local non-profit agency founded in
1994 to support individuals living with HIV/AIDS and to prevent new
infections. The primary role of the Qualified Mental Health Professional
(QMHP) is to provide comprehensive mental health services and to provide
initial assessment of behavioral health and substance use, and make
appropriate referrals to outside community providers when needed. This
position works closely with Behavioral Health Manager and Program
Director to provide high-quality, low-barrier behavioral health
services. About 90% of our clients have Oregon Health Plan; 50% of our
clients are living with HIV; 75% of our clients are members of the
LGBTQ+ communities; and 33% of our clients are members of trans*
communities. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Conduct and
document comprehensive mental health assessments Develop Individual
Services and Support Plan (ISSP) in collaboration with clients Provide
individual, family or group psychotherapy within the scope of education
and training Maintain confidentiality and records in compliance with CFR
42, HIPAA and HIVA policies and standards Ensure patient comfort while
visiting HIV Alliance Serve as a client advocate and collaborate with
other providers and staff in helping clients get access to government
benefits, services, and healthcare as needed Administer outcome
measuring tools Assist with mental health crisis situations during
scheduled office hours Utilize the electronic data systems appropriately
Refer clients to other psychiatry, behavioral health, substance use, or
dual diagnosis programs as appropriate Provide drop-in and crisis
counseling services Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications
Must be able to qualify as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
and be eligible for licensure Graduate degree (Master\'s or Doctorate)
in clinical psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral
health field Professional license (Licensed Psychologist, LPC, LMFT, or
LCSW) or registration or ability to register as licensure intern
preferred Ability to become credentialed by the Coordinated Care
Organization (CCO), and Division of Medical Assistance Programs (DMAP)
as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) CPR (Basic Life
Support) Certification Required Demonstrable competency and experience
in working with clients of diverse cultural backgrounds, especially
LGBTQ+ clients, low-income clients, and clients with chronic health
conditions, especially HIV+ and HCV. Demonstrable understanding of how
trauma affects individual, family and community psychology and ability
to offer trauma-informed services Demonstrable understanding of and
ability to apply Harm Reduction principles Excellent communication
skills and computer literacy Ability to work in a high impact, dynamic
environment and maintain a positive attitude Ability to identify areas
of improvement and work on collaborative problem solving Ability to
develop concise treatment plans, notes and progress records For a
complete job description, please visit:
https://hivalliance.criterionhcm.com/jobs/51/1/#553