Mental Health Clinician

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

Benefits

• A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
• Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency recognized holidays
• 2 floating holidays to use your way
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessments, therapy, and case management services for children, youth, and their families
• Interview client(s) to obtain information necessary to complete the intake and assessment process
• Formulate treatment plans and goals in conjunction with client(s)
• Periodically review treatment plans, discuss progress towards goals with clients, and modify treatment plans when necessary
• Plan and administer therapeutic interventions that are culturally competent, consistent with that theoretical base, and are within the ethical standards of the profession (NASW or Code of Ethics)
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to Agency policy and procedures including mandatory reporting laws while representing the Agency in a professional manner
• Maintain extensive knowledge regarding provision of treatment to victims of violent acts and identify critical components necessary in responding to survivors
• Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity in the delivery of client services as it relates to the culture and socioeconomic characteristics of the population we serve
• Complete all clinical paperwork to Agency standards and within the expected timeframe and gather records and consults with other necessary parties, which may include medical doctors, other service providers, school personnel, CPS, law enforcement, attorneys, and other specialists involved with the client
• Bill Medicaid and other providers appropriately and guide other Clinicians through the documentation process

Requirements

• Two (2) years of related experience in a Mental Health field (Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy, Psychology etc.)
• Master’s in Mental Health field
• Agency Affiliated Counselor in the state of Washington, cleared through local, state, and/or federal agencies to work with vulnerable populations is required upon start
• MHP designation requires either registration as a licensed or an associate licensed mental health provider (e.g., LICSWA, LICSW, LMHCA, LMHC, LMFTA or LMT, Psychologist) or 2 years of experience as a mental health professional working under the supervision of a Mental Health Professional
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written
• Intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity suites
• Demonstrates resilience, awareness, and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict, and obstacles/barriers
• Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle
• Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations
• Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment
• Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and using technology, with moderate periods of stationary activity and moderate periods of increased physical activity
• Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 10 pounds
• May work in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, client home/community settings, outdoor settings in varying weather conditions, school-based settings, and faith-based settings such as churches
• Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program