Bi-Cultural QMHA or QMHP
Company Name:
Oregon Health & Science University
Job Title
Bi-Cultural QMHA or QMHP
Department
Psychiatry - Intercultural Psychiatric Program
Location
IPP
Work Unit Description
Intercultural Psychiatric Program (IPP) provides outpatient mental health care, including case management, group and individual therapy, and medication management to people in Oregon/Washington whose first language is other than English. IPP has about 9 psychiatrists and / or psychiatric residents, 12 QMHA or QMHP- level clinicians (mental health counselors), and an administrative staff of four persons. This staff currently serves roughly 1,200 patients.
Work Schedule, Hours, FTE, Salary Range
0.5 FTE; Salary: $14.57 to $21.78/hr., Location: Downtown Portland
Functions/Duties of Position
This position works closely with staff psychiatrists of the Intercultural Psychiatric Program (IPP) as part of an integrated team model to provide comprehensive, holistic care for individuals seeking mental health services in a culturally sensitive environment.
Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to individual skills training, group skills training, assessment/treatment planning under supervision of a QMHP, client intake, outreach, and resource connection. This position also provides cultural and language interpretation to assist staff psychiatrists and other mental health practitioners at IPP in providing psychiatric services to Somali-speaking patients. In addition, this position provides case management and other clinical support to Somali-speaking and potentially other IPP patients, as specified by the director or manager of the IPP.
Job Requirements
Required for QMHA:
Requires Bachelor's degree in related field OR 3 years relevant work experience
Capacity to qualify as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)
Fluency in written and spoken English and fluency in the written and spoken Somali
Good command of Windows-based applications, including basic MS Word skills, and typing 40 wpm
A strong customer-service orientation, the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse psychiatric outpatient program, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Exceptional cross-cultural skills
Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, understand mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology and apply each of these concepts, implement skills development strategies, and identify, implement and coordinate the services and supports identified in an ISSP
Preferred for QMHA:
Bachelor's degree in a behavioral sciences field and at least 1 year of relevant work, education, training or experience
Three years or more volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field strongly preferred
Knowledge of refugee and immigrant milieu
Demonstrated knowledge of and comfort with culture of people from other cultures as well as be able to function cooperatively in a multi-cultural environment
Required for QMHP:
Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon OR Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon OR Graduate degree in psychology OR Graduate degree in social work OR Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy OR Graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural social and work relationships, and conducting a mental status examination, complete a five-axis DSM diagnosis, write and supervise the implementation of a ISSP and provide individual, family or group therapy within the scope of their training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English and fluency in written and spoken Somali
A strong customer-service orientation, the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse psychiatric outpatient program, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment. Exceptional cross-cultural skills
Previous volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field
Requires basic skills in word processing and ability to complete reports and other documentation in electronic format
Preferred for QMHP:
Master's degree in social work or counseling and clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC)
One year or more volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field strongly preferred
Knowledge of refugee and immigrant milieu
Demonstrated knowledge of and comfort with culture of people from other cultures as well as be able to function cooperatively in a multi-cultural environment
Additional Details
OHSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at .
How To Apply
Apply here online.
Referral Bonus Eligible
Referral Bonus Amount
Drug Testable
YesEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Oregon Health & Science University
Job Title
Bi-Cultural QMHA or QMHP
Department
Psychiatry - Intercultural Psychiatric Program
Location
IPP
Work Unit Description
Intercultural Psychiatric Program (IPP) provides outpatient mental health care, including case management, group and individual therapy, and medication management to people in Oregon/Washington whose first language is other than English. IPP has about 9 psychiatrists and / or psychiatric residents, 12 QMHA or QMHP- level clinicians (mental health counselors), and an administrative staff of four persons. This staff currently serves roughly 1,200 patients.
Work Schedule, Hours, FTE, Salary Range
0.5 FTE; Salary: $14.57 to $21.78/hr., Location: Downtown Portland
Functions/Duties of Position
This position works closely with staff psychiatrists of the Intercultural Psychiatric Program (IPP) as part of an integrated team model to provide comprehensive, holistic care for individuals seeking mental health services in a culturally sensitive environment.
Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to individual skills training, group skills training, assessment/treatment planning under supervision of a QMHP, client intake, outreach, and resource connection. This position also provides cultural and language interpretation to assist staff psychiatrists and other mental health practitioners at IPP in providing psychiatric services to Somali-speaking patients. In addition, this position provides case management and other clinical support to Somali-speaking and potentially other IPP patients, as specified by the director or manager of the IPP.
Job Requirements
Required for QMHA:
Requires Bachelor's degree in related field OR 3 years relevant work experience
Capacity to qualify as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)
Fluency in written and spoken English and fluency in the written and spoken Somali
Good command of Windows-based applications, including basic MS Word skills, and typing 40 wpm
A strong customer-service orientation, the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse psychiatric outpatient program, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Exceptional cross-cultural skills
Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, understand mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology and apply each of these concepts, implement skills development strategies, and identify, implement and coordinate the services and supports identified in an ISSP
Preferred for QMHA:
Bachelor's degree in a behavioral sciences field and at least 1 year of relevant work, education, training or experience
Three years or more volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field strongly preferred
Knowledge of refugee and immigrant milieu
Demonstrated knowledge of and comfort with culture of people from other cultures as well as be able to function cooperatively in a multi-cultural environment
Required for QMHP:
Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon OR Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon OR Graduate degree in psychology OR Graduate degree in social work OR Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy OR Graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural social and work relationships, and conducting a mental status examination, complete a five-axis DSM diagnosis, write and supervise the implementation of a ISSP and provide individual, family or group therapy within the scope of their training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English and fluency in written and spoken Somali
A strong customer-service orientation, the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse psychiatric outpatient program, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment. Exceptional cross-cultural skills
Previous volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field
Requires basic skills in word processing and ability to complete reports and other documentation in electronic format
Preferred for QMHP:
Master's degree in social work or counseling and clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC)
One year or more volunteer or employment experience in social services and/or mental health field strongly preferred
Knowledge of refugee and immigrant milieu
Demonstrated knowledge of and comfort with culture of people from other cultures as well as be able to function cooperatively in a multi-cultural environment
Additional Details
OHSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at .
How To Apply
Apply here online.
Referral Bonus Eligible
Referral Bonus Amount
Drug Testable
YesEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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