Registered Associate

NW Counseling Associates
Beaverton, OR

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
401(k) 3% Match
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Customer communication
LPC

Full Job Description

Job Description: FT Pre-licensed Child and Family Therapist

09/08/24

NW Counseling Associates, LLC is an outpatient mental health clinic serving the needs of children, teens
and families. As a team, our intentions are:

To create a safe, equitable and supportive therapeutic environment that honors and welcomes

diversity

To facilitate connection and growth
To provide comprehensive therapy services to meet the needs of children and their families
To make quality services accessible and convenient for all families in our community
To utilize and grow our skills in evidence based practices to best serve our community
To work collaboratively with other healthcare providers and systems to ensure best practices and

continuity of care

We seek clinicians who share our commitment to supporting growth, connection and positive change
within our community.

Position Overview:

A full or part time pre-licensed Child and Family Therapist will provide outpatient individual, family and
group therapy to clients of NCA. Clinical therapy services include mental health assessment, treatment
planning and service delivery. NCA is looking for clinicians with a passion for working with youth, who are
committed not only to supporting the growth of their clients but also to their own clinical development, who
are social justice minded and ready to be part of a dynamic, fun and collaborative team.

Reports to: Heather Vliet, LPC - NCA Director

Job Responsibilities:

Provide both on-site and remote teletherapy service to clients of NCA, as scheduled and in

accordance to company policies.

Reliable and timely attendance, whether on-site or remote
Participate fully in both individual and group supervision
Maintain status as a registered associate in good standing with the relevant Oregon state

licensing board, abiding by all laws, rules, regulations and codes of ethics

Establish positive, trusting relationships with clients and their families.
Demonstrates cultural responsiveness and sensitivity.
Respond to client communications reliably and in a timely manner.

Assess, diagnose and treat mental health disorders utilizing DSM-5-TR criteria.
Create individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of clients and their families.
Meet with clients consistently to provide counseling services and adjust treatment plans as

necessary.

Maintain records of each contact or service and complete documentation in a thorough and timely

manner.

Conduct and document ongoing assessments of client progress.
Communicate with supportive others in the client’s life as appropriate, including schools, primary

care physicians and other systems.

Involve family and supportive others in therapy, consultation and coaching as appropriate in order

to support clients.

Refer clients to outside specialists or agencies when clinically indicated.
Follow all safety protocols, policies and procedures and maintain client confidentiality.
Assess for suicide and safety risk and create and monitor safety agreements as needed.
Participate in NCA’s Feedback Informed Treatment initiatives and utilize standardized screening

tools.

Participate productively in team meetings and monthly committee meetings
Proactively manage caseload (i.e. timely discharge of clients who have completed care,

communication of availability for intakes, follow up on client no shows or late cancellations)

Engage clients effectively and professionally in teletherapy sessions from a secure and

confidential environment if not in the physical offices of NCA

Work Hours & Benefits: This position is a hybrid position which allows the clinician to keep both office
hours for in person sessions and work remotely for teletherapy sessions. A consistent schedule will be
established between the clinician and NCA which differentiates between office vs remote days and hours.
When at NCA, the clinician will have use of a furnished office space.

Full time employment is based on a 36-hour work week in which an average of 22 direct service hours are
billed. Most clinicians at NCA choose to work a 4-day work week. Clinicians are salaried and paid once a
month per NCA’s current payroll schedule.

Benefits: Full time clinicians become eligible for the benefit program on the first of the month following a
30-day probationary period of continuous employment.

Paid major holidays
One week-equivalent of paid sick time
One week additional PTO
Health insurance for the employee - Base rate paid by NCA, employee costs dependent on plan

selected

Matching 401(k) at 3%
$250 annual budget for CE trainings and 2 paid training days
Optional short term disability insurance at employee’s expense
Weekly individual supervision and monthly group supervision to meet board requirements
CPR training
Annual HIPAA and security training

Therapist Qualifications/Skills:

Training in evidence-based interventions for children, teens and families

Effective use of supervision and consultation in clinical practice
Excellent communication and listening skills
Strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
Positive contributor in group and team interactions
Inspired to learn and grow in their clinical practice

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
Relevant clinical work experience and references
Currently registered with the state licensing board as professional counselor associate

This position is a fit for you if you’re:

Aligned with NCA’s mission, vision and values
Excited to be part of a team and contribute to the growth of NCA
Social justice oriented
Inspired to provide excellent clinical care and grow your skills with the support of like-minded

colleagues

Able to receive and give direct, clear and kind feedback

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