Trans specialized Mental Health Therapist - 20 client hr/wk- LGBTQ+ (LCSW, CSWA, LMFT, LPC, etc)

Mental Health Therapist Dian’s Well Counseling LLC is hiring for a full-time Mental Health Therapists. Full time is 20 or more kept client appointments each week. Benefits are Simple IRA with 3% match, and 100% covered health benefits through Kaiser. This position focuses on providing culturally-responsive, specialized outpatient mental health treatment to predominantly transgender/nonbinary adults on Medicaid/OHP in Oregon. This is a w2 position with the option for this position to be 100% remote, if desired. Opportunity for in-person care at our therapy office in inner SE Portland. Qualities

• MUST be passionate and excited about working with trans and gender diverse people and follow the application instructions below
• Have deep respect for clients, peer support specialists and other colleagues at the practice
• Must not hold stigmatizing views of specific diagnosis or cultures
• Commitment to following the many rules and regulations that we must abide by

To be considered as an applicant, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include in the cover letter your: ● Knowledge of the impacts of systemic oppression on mental health and daily functioning ● Understanding of trauma-informed care ● Experience providing care to transgender/nonbinary (TGNB) diverse people and their families and/or demonstrated knowledge of TGNB community ● Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, WPATH Standards of Care and best practices for gender-related needs Qualifications: ● Commitment to improving the lives of transgender/nonbinary people ● Familiar with utilizing email, google work suite, and Electronic Health Records ● Strong documentation skills and/or familiarity with Medicaid documentation standards ● Knowledgeable on the use of electronic record keeping and HIPPA compliance ● Committed to examining counter-transference and power dynamics ● Reliable, responsible, and organized with a strong work ethic ● Able to give and receive direct constructive feedback ● Preferred: Experience billing Medicaid, with active DMAP number Requirement: ● A graduate degree in one of the following fields: psychology, social work, or counseling ● Licensed or a registered associate with State of Oregon as LPC, LCSW, or Psychologist (including LPCi, CSWA) ● Reliable internet connection and private, quiet space for sessions. ● Able to pass a criminal background check ● Must carry own professional liability insurance Clinical Responsibilities: ● Provide affirming counseling services with a primary focus on the TGNB community ● Attend required staff meetings and clinical consultation meetings ● Receive regular clinical supervision from a TGNB-focused supervisor ● Coordinate client care with client providers as needed ● Provide assessments and writing of letters of support for gender-affirming medical care ● Provide referrals and community resources to clients ● Maintain professional ethical standards Administrative Duties: ● Timely documentation of clinical services consistent with DWC standards, insurance contracts and relevant OARs ● Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting, HIPAA standards, and other relevant policies ● Maintain complete client records via electronic medical record system ● Screen potential clients for appropriateness of fit and level of care ● Schedule and coordinate care directly with clients ● Manage and maintain full-time (18+ kept appointments each week) ● Accurately report client and clinical contact hours ● Utilize various phone and computer technologies, including facilitating virtual therapy ● Participate in clinical supervision/continuing education as required by licensing board and state contracts and training that develops clinical skills EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the job's essential functions. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the hiring manager before the recruitment close date. If you need accommodation to review the information and/or complete the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

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