Preschool For All Treatment Mental Health Consultant - Latinx Culture/Spanish Language

Preschool For All Treatment Mental Health Consultant - Latinx Culture/Spanish Language

At the Multnomah County Health Department , we are dedicated to providing culturally relevant, evidence-based mental health services to children (infants to age 6) and their families within our vibrant Latinx community. We believe that early intervention and culturally sensitive support are essential for fostering healthy development and well-being in young children.

Your Role as a PFA Treatment MHC - Latinx Culture/Spanish Language : You will play a vital role in:

1. Mental Health Consultation and Collaboration: Provide direct mental health services to children and families, including assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, and coordination of care.
2. Mental Health Services: Deliver preventive mental health services, such as parenting classes and educational presentations, to children, families, caregivers, and community partners.
3. Clinical Documentation and Training: Offer mental health coordination, planning, and consultation to a variety of stakeholders, including Preschool for All staff, Child Care Resource and Referral staff, and community professionals.
4. Professional Development and Clinical Review: Participate in individual and group supervision, attend professional trainings, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our mental health services.

Qualifications

1. Bilingual Fluency: Proficiency in both Spanish and English is essential to effectively communicate with and serve the Latinx community.
2. Cultural Competence: Deep understanding of Latinx culture, values, and beliefs to provide culturally sensitive and relevant mental health services.
3. Clinical Expertise: Experience in providing mental health services to children (infants to age 6) and families, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
4. Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including families, community partners, and colleagues.
5. Passion for Early Childhood Mental Health: A genuine commitment to supporting the mental health and well-being of young children and their families within the Latinx community.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Must have a Masters degree and must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional - R (QMHP-R) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). This position requires a QMHP-R within 30 days of hire and/or licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, CSWA, PhD, etc.) AND

1. Masters degree in psychology
2. Masters degree in social work or counseling
3. Masters degree in a behavioral science field

Other: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): This position requires the ability to speak, read and write fluently in Spanish and English (language testing will be required). A driver’s license is required. This position requires a Background Investigation, which may include being fingerprinted.

Application Packet: You must submit ALL requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications;
2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations, how you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certifications, and why you are interested in the position;
3. Attach a copy of your QMHP-R Certification and/or Oregon Licensure.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.