Child and Family Therapist or Licensed

About the role

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, serving diverse communities, with a focus on Latino populations in Washington State. We are committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational, and cultural services to all individuals without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation. Our network includes over 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics, along with various nutritional, social, and educational services.

Responsibilities

• Assists in ensuring agency compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and contracts.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures as directed by the Program Director.
• Edits staff on the process for mental health service referrals and psycho educational topics.
• Provides developmental and culturally appropriate formal and informal diagnostic assessments for each patient.
• Documents outcomes, justifies diagnoses, and communicates with collaborative partners regarding outcomes and recommendations.
• Collaborates with other professionals in conducting family-centered assessments and treatment planning.
• Identifies and categorizes each patient’s age-specific needs, such as those for infants, adolescents, adults, or the elderly.
• Refers patients to psychiatric and medication management services as necessary.
• Gathers record materials and background information as needed by the community mental health center.
• Collaborates with psychiatric service providers to ensure accurate presentations and address identified needs.
• Monitors the effects of medications and provides feedback to psychiatrists regarding side effects.
• Provides individual and/or family counseling, crisis stabilization, and group leadership.
• Conducts suicide risk assessments and develops treatment plans for suicidal ideation or gestures.
• Works with other professionals to provide follow-through and build community support.
• Supports other staff regarding mental health needs of staff or patients.
• Maintains confidentiality and prevents splitting between staff and patients.
• Offers concrete ideas on handling challenging situations.
• Produces a minimum of 80 encounters totaling at least 80 hours of face-to-face contact.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work, with coursework in psychological diagnostics.
• Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Social Worker (LICSW/LASW).
• If not licensed, must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License.
• Must possess a Child Mental Health Specialist credential or be working towards one.
• Must meet WAC requirements for a Mental Health Professional.
• Computer proficiency with Cerner and MS Office, and experience with evidence-based models and wrap-around services.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Bilingual Spanish/English highly desirable.

What We Offer

Sea Mar offers a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), paid time off, and retirement options. Additionally, we provide an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY. For any questions regarding the position, email Joyann Song, Program Manager, at joyannsong@seamarchc.org. Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.