Careers

SUDC – Substance Use Disorder Counselor

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor position addresses mental health needs as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of a chief medical officer, behavioral health program manager, physicians, FNP’s, RN’s, behavioral health professionals and outreach workers. Patient treatment plans may include physical health, medication assisted treatment, crisis management, and substance abuse treatment. Candidates must have a working knowledge of evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders, familiarity with brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy), and a basic knowledge of substances of abuse. Experience working with underserved, transient populations and working with patients who have co-occurring, substance abuse, mental health, and physical health problems is required. Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and knowledge of community resources.

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LCSW  Licensed Clinical Social Worker

The LCSW position is a direct patient care position addressing mental health needs as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of a chief medical officer, behavioral health program manager, physicians, FNP’s, RN’s, behavioral health professionals and outreach workers. Patient treatment plans may include physical health, mental health, medication support, crisis management, and substance abuse treatment. The LCSW must have a working knowledge of evidence-based psychosocial treatments for common mental disorders, familiarity with brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy), and a basic knowledge of psychopharmacology. Experience working with underserved, transient populations and working with patients who have co-occurring mental health, substance abuse, and physical health problems is required. Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and knowledge of community resources.

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The Chief Medical Officer Position –

• As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will report to the CEO.
• Participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational development with the Management team.
• Directs and oversees all aspects of the clinical functions of the organization including the development and implementation of policies and procedures pertaining to clinical staff and services; ensures clinical policies, procedures, and protocols are current and in compliance with all State and Federal regulations.
• Responsible for recommending strategies to enhance clinical effectiveness and ensuring quality care is afforded to all patients who have received services at the main clinic, or outreach sites and events.
• Responsible for providing leadership and oversight to the Center’s health services programs; supervision of professional clinical staff including behavioral health providers and provision of direct patient care as needed.

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The Physician (Family_Practice, Internal Medicine, MD or DO) position.

The physician is expected to operate in an integrated healthcare model in which addresses the healthcare needs of patients in our communities in a holistic approach. This position requires 34-­‐38 hours/week on site for patient care. Our healthcare team includes nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and behavioral health specialists and substance use disorder counselors, and wellness coaches.

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The Home Visitor – Health Families Oregon

Initiating and maintaining regular, long-term home visits to support and provide information to first time parents. Home visits will occur primarily in the family’s home and will last at least one hour.  These visits will occur on a weekly basis for at least the first six months of service.  The home visits will be family-centered and strength-based and will focus on:  establishing a trusting relationship; assisting in strengthening parent/child attachment and relationships; assisting parents in improving their parenting skills and providing a safe & nurturing home environment; improving the family support system; and increasing the family’s ability to problem solve.  The Home Visitor will assume the role of advocate for the parent and the child when needed.  Home Visitor will administer the Parent Survey assessment on each family during one of the first three home visits.  This assessment and other activities will help in identifying unmet needs and referral to other supportive service agencies.  The Home Visitor will be responsible for assisting the family in establishing goals and making a plan for accomplishment of those goals (Family Goal Plan).  Through the use of the ASQ and ASQ-SE, the Home Visitor will assess (at regular intervals) the growth and development of the child.  They will assist the parent in optimizing their child’s development through play and parent/child interactions.

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Healthy Families Program Manager

Oversees all components of the Healthy Families program, including Healthy Families America credentialing,

Medicaid Administrative Claiming, assuring compliance with administrative rules and state laws relating to the provision of Healthy Families services.

Healthy Families Eligibility Screener

Coordinate and work with Community Outreach team to monitor and improve flow of referrals coming in and out of Healthy Families (HF). Data entry to local database and Statewide HF state database.   This position is responsible for referrals, screening and community outreach.  This position is also responsible for doing presentations in the community about Healthy Families and  distributing materials.

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Coast Community Health Center is always accepting applications. If you wish to be considered for any future position, please submit your application, resume and cover letter, following the guidelines above.