On-site Dedicated Workplace Consultant or EAP Counselor; Per Diem

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Onsite Dedicated Workplace Consultant/EAP Counselor is a professional position responsible for providing onsite and/or virtual services to either a dedicated customer or customers in our overall book of business. Responsibilities range from assessment and referral, individual consultations, management consultations, training, and critical incident response. An Onsite EAP Counselor/Dedicated Consultant may also provide consultation to HR, program managers and supervisors on workplace and organizational issues.

The Onsite Dedicated Workplace Consultant/EAP Counselor provides dedicated services to a specific customer or customers in our overall book of business. Responsibilities include assessment and referral, individual and management consultations, training, and critical incident response. An Onsite EAP/Dedicated Consultant may also provide consultation to HR, program managers and supervisors on workplace and organizational issues.

This is a per diem role for a total of 6 hours per week (hours are guaranteed). Position is non-exempt status and paid on an hourly basis.

Work Location:
Beaverton, OR

Evening

Hours:

Wednesday & Friday: 4:00pm - 7:00pm PST.

• Conduct solution focused on consultations: helping clients define goals, plan action and gain insight
• Assess and refer to appropriate programs and services including but not limited to:
  Worklife, behavioral health, substance abuse/chemical dependency and community-based resources
• Assist with referrals for members needing ongoing/additional services
• Provide limited follow-up care monitoring (following up with employees and/or providers to ensure the safety of employees, continuation of treatment, etc.)
• Provide manager consultation services on a variety of work-related issues such as performance management, trauma impacting the workplace, organizational change, individual employee crisis intervention, coaching, and Work-life issues
• Provide crisis intervention and management support in response to Critical Incidents/Disruptive Events
• Conduct on-site or virtual training or educational support group services for managers and employees (e.g. wellness seminars, Health fairs, Lunch & Learns)
• Participate in monthly 1 on 1's, team meetings, and other customer meetings as required
• Utilize UHG computer to accurately and thoroughly document member contact/case documentation accessing appropriate clinical case management system(s) within departmental time frame
• Follow internal ethical and regulatory privacy policies such as HIPAA, maintain confidentiality and private health information of members. Follow state and federal licensing practices
• Other projects assigned by manager

Required Qualifications:

• Masters / Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline
• Current, unrestricted license at the independent practice level for the state of Oregon
• 3+ years of experience conducting individual sessions as a fully licensed behavioral health clinician
• Computer hardware and software proficiency required with proficiency with all MS Office applications
• Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
• Proven solid organizational skills with the ability to manage stressful situations and multiple competing priorities
• Reside in the state of Oregon

Preferred Qualifications:

• CEAP or CEAP qualified
• Training in EAP, workplace, and organizational dynamics
• EAP experience with emphasis on behavioral health, wellbeing, chemical dependency, and workplace issues
• Experience conducting presentations and webinars
• Understanding or experience in short term solution…