Anchor Within Counseling
Culturally Competent Mental Health Therapist
Portland, Oregon•Full-time
$64,230 - $88,904 annually
$64,230 - $88,904 annually
About the Job
Responsibilities:
- Conduct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, narrative, emotion focused therapy, family systems, and the like
- Assess clients' mental health needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as psychiatrists and PCPs, to provide comprehensive care.
- Complete risk assessments and provide crisis intervention support as needed
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay informed about current research and best practices in the field of behavioral health with communities of color.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
- Valid Oregon associate license to deliver mental health care.
Culturally-Specific Skills Desired:
- Knowledge and ability to serve Black/African and/or Latino populations from a racial trauma lens.
- Willingness to work with clients who ascribe to religious/spiritual beliefs as protective factors.
Benefits:
- Flexible Schedule.
- Paid Vacation.
- Paid Sick Time.
- Paid Holidays.
- Medical & Dental Insurance.
- Vision Insurance.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Cell phone reimbursement.
- Retirement Planning (401K).
- Professional development funds.
- Relational, Collaborative Staff!
About Anchor Within Counseling
Founded in 2015, Anchor Within Counseling is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health therapy, consultations, community-based parenting education, skill building, and peer support. Our range of services, commonly known as "counseling," "therapy," "mentorship," "behavioral health," and "workshops," is tailored to meet the diverse needs of adults, youth, families, and agencies.
We are particularly committed to offering culturally-specific services to those historically underserved in mental health and behavioral health care due to racial and economic disparities. With a holistic understanding of the lasting impact of generational, systemic, and racial trauma, we strive to create a supportive environment that acknowledges and addresses these adverse experiences.
At Anchor Within Counseling, our mission is to empower and uplift our community through compassionate, culturally-informed care.
We are particularly committed to offering culturally-specific services to those historically underserved in mental health and behavioral health care due to racial and economic disparities. With a holistic understanding of the lasting impact of generational, systemic, and racial trauma, we strive to create a supportive environment that acknowledges and addresses these adverse experiences.
At Anchor Within Counseling, our mission is to empower and uplift our community through compassionate, culturally-informed care.