Contract Clinician: Hourly Clinician

Active LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LCAT, or similar in the state of Oregon. If working toward licensure, CSWA, Professional Counselor Associate, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, and/or are able to meet QMHP requirements under Oregon MHACBO rules.  

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, contractor (1099)

COMPENSATION: competitive, doe and licensure

SCHEDULE: FLEXIBLE, MON- FRI 8:30 AM-6 PM

LOCATION: HYBRID (IN-PERSON AND ONLINE)

REPORTS TO: Clinical Director

Full Spectrum Therapy Mission Statement

To serve and empower the LGBTQ+ community through affirming counseling and care.

Who We Serve

Full Spectrum currently serves over 300 clients, ranging from youth and adolescents to couples and families. Over 90% of our clients are on Medicaid, which means we uniquely serve a population that otherwise may not have access to high-quality gender-affirming mental health services. We offer several therapeutic groups that are formed in response to community need and provider passion; these groups offer our clinicians an opportunity to work together to explore a particular modality (such as somatics or art therapy) or mental health experience (such as social anxiety). While working at Full Spectrum, our clinicians are empowered to continue their professional journeys with our support. Current clinicians have secured continuing education in EMDR, psychedelic integration services, eco therapy, and more!

Full Spectrum Therapy Core Values

Serve the Community: We strive to amplify and empower the LGBTQ+ experience by tirelessly advocating for and supporting our clients, all while delivering care that adheres to the highest ethical standards.

Create Strong Relationships: We champion the principle that affirming counseling is a right for all. We not only acknowledge but also deeply understand and celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Central to our ethos is our dedication to building robust, nurturing relationships within the team, our clients, and our community.

Liberation for All: We firmly believe in the power of diversity and the importance of liberation for mental well-being. Our foundational principles are built upon the tenets of diversity, equity, accessibility, and liberation.

We acknowledge that workplaces, being made up of individuals, often reflect societal power dynamics and structures. Our commitment is unwavering in actively confronting and challenging systemic and individual biases, whether they manifest as racism, misogyny, prejudice against the LGBTQ+ community, ableism, classism, anti-Muslim bigotry, antisemitism, or any form of oppression.

We pride ourselves on being a supportive workplace. Tailored, supportive measures are integral to our values and operations. Our dedication to the welfare of our communities extends inwards, emphasizing the well-being and care of our deeply valued staff members.

Quality is Key: Our commitment is rooted in the pursuit of excellence. We prioritize approaches that are backed by evidence. Our actions and decisions are consistently guided by trauma-informed principles. We believe the therapeutic journey begins the moment someone connects with us for the very first time. To ensure seamless and positive telehealth interactions, we equip our providers with premier technology for the benefit of both providers and clients.

*Compensation will be based on years of experience, licensure type, and/or quantity/quality of KSA relevant to the position. 

What you’ll do

  • Provide specialized outpatient mental health therapy to LGBTQ+ children, adolescents, adults, and their families

  • Conduct assessment, planning, and preparation for medical transition with transgender and gender diverse clients and write letters of referral

  • Make referrals to and coordination with other qualified providers

  • Establish trusting relationships with clients to support self-advocacy, goal setting, and achievement of personal milestones

Who we’re looking for

  • You are committed to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people.

  • You are looking to contribute to a collaborative, multigenerational team that cares personally and communicates healthily. 

  • You hold a Master’s level degree or higher in a counseling, art therapy, psychology, social work, or related field.

  • You are licensed or are working toward licensure in the state of Oregon and maintain active licensing status. If working toward licensure must be able to meet QMHP requirements under state of Oregon MHACBO rules.

  • You have knowledge of the WPATH Standards of Care and best practices for gender-related needs.

  • You are as passionate about the work as you are about taking care of yourself as a therapist.

  • You have strong documentation skills and you may have already worked with Medicaid documentation standards.

  • You uphold the highest standards of ethics, understanding and adhering to the ACA Code of Ethics (or your licensing board’s code of ethics).  

  • You’re looking for a supportive place to work. Whether you are a new therapist, have been practicing for many years or therapy is your second or third career, Full Spectrum supports the continued education and empowerment of our providers. 

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive client assessments, formulating diagnoses, and collaborate with client to develop tailored treatment plans.

  • Provide individual therapy utilizing evidence-based practices.

  • If applicable based on training, provide relationship (partner and family) therapy utilizing evidence-based practices.

  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of client progress in compliance with medicaid standards, company standards, and HIPAA regulations.

  • Follow ethical standards.

  • Utilize community resources and provide referral services to clients and their families. 

  • Follow Oregon laws, carrying out all relevant responsibilities of a mandated reporter. 

  • Engage with managers to ensure best quality care for clients and yourself.

  • Support clients in obtaining necessary services and benefits, including medical, housing, and social services.

  • Provide letters of support for gender affirming medical and surgical care. Follow WPATH Standards of Care and best practices for gender-related needs when working with clients and completing Gender Affirming Medical and Surgical Treatment Assessments.

  • Meet with supervisor for supervision on a regular basis.

Your Experience

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Have a Master’s level degree or higher in counseling, art therapy, social work, psychology or related field. 

LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Have an active LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LCAT, or similar in the state of Oregon. If working toward licensure, CSWA, Professional Counselor Associate, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, and/or are able to meet QMHP requirements under Oregon MHACBO rules.  

  • Able to pass a criminal background check prior to contract signing

  • Fluent in English language at clinical level. Preference to those with second language fluency at clinical level.

  • Fully vaccinated with booster against COVID-19 (Full Spectrum Therapy follows all laws and regulations regarding reasonable accommodations).

  • Applicants must have cultural competence in working with the LGBTQ+ community, as demonstrated by the following:

  • Knowledge of the impacts of oppression and persecution on mental health and daily functioning

  • Skill in trauma-informed care

  • Demonstrated knowledge and skill in providing evidence-based treatment of mental health disorders

  • Experience providing care to transgender/gender diverse people and their families and/or have personal, familial, or deep friendship experiences within the transgender/gender diverse community.

  • Knowledge of WPATH Standards of Care and best practices for gender-related needs. Comfort providing services in alignment with WPATH SoC and industry-wide best practices.

  • Basic computer knowledge for the implementation of client information electronic record keeping. 

Personal Qualities

  • A commitment to  equity, inclusion, and anti-oppression principles. Active experience building inclusive environments a plus.

  • Strong boundaries, and a commitment to consistently evaluating and addressing how your own experiences inform your engagement with others.

  • Ability to solve complex problems in a community setting. 

  • Self-reliant and independent, but able to ask for assistance when needed. 

  • Committed to examining counter-transference and power dynamics. 

  • Reliable, responsible, and organized with a strong work ethic. 

  • Resilient; able to give and take direct constructive feedback.

  • Capacity to maneuver grey areas and adapt to contextual needs.

Working Conditions

This position requires occasional attendance at in-person staff meetings with the option for therapy to be performed in person or via telehealth. 

Due to the nature of working with people of varied developmental ages and stages, physical demands may vary significantly from client to client. Physical demands may include standing, sitting in chairs or the floor, walking 0.5 miles unassisted, wearing a mask for extended periods, using vision, hearing, dexterity, and the ability to lift ten pounds. Repetitive motion and varied treatment environments may occur. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions without compromising client care.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Full Spectrum Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and agrees that all considerations, terms and conditions of employment shall be applied equally without discrimination as to: age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, tribe, sexual orientation, participation or membership in consensual lifestyle communities; relationship or marital status, parental status; family, household or relationship composition; plans for parenthood and/or family formation, body size, appearance, citizenship and/or immigration status, socioeconomic status and/or origin (including credit report or history, wage garnishment or financial arrangements such as spousal or child support), mental or physical disability which does not prevent performance of essential job functions (all reasonable accommodations must be provided), all medical conditions or diagnoses covered under the ADA, including HIV/AIDS status (as above, all reasonable accommodations must be provided and there will be no negative impact on any employee able to complete essential job functions); any additional immutable or practically immutable characteristics; history of arrest or incarceration not preventing performance of essential job functions, veteran status, political beliefs or union activity. In the case of personal beliefs, employees must be able to carry out essential job functions (with reasonable accommodations provided as necessary) and adhere to Full Spectrum Therapy’s expectations regarding conduct and mutual respect. Full Spectrum Therapy further commits to prohibit discrimination, retaliation, coercion, or harassment based on the additional protected classes and activities specified by Oregon state law (see ORS 659A.030).

Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, employment, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination. 

The Company strictly prohibits discriminatory, harassing, or retaliatory behavior by coworkers, leaders, managers, owners, and third parties, including customers or clients. The Company takes allegations of discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and retaliation very seriously and will promptly investigate when warranted.

Full Spectrum Therapy will maintain a strong commitment to non-discrimination, inclusion, equity, and workers’ rights regardless of any political realities that are out of alignment with these values.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the hiring manager before the recruitment close date. If you need accommodation to review the information and/or complete the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch!

NOTE: Active clients of Full Spectrum Therapy or affiliated providers may not begin a professional relationship with Full Spectrum Therapy. By accepting a position with Full Spectrum Therapy, applicants become ineligible for clinical services during their service and after their position ends until all chances of collegial or personal relationships that may impact the person’s counseling have been removed due to professional turnover.

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