Mental Health Professional

About Us

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.

Our Vision: As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission: Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), CARF standards, Revised Codes (RCWs), and Federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance in all therapeutic services.
• Work with patients (ages 5–12) and guardians to develop strength-based individual service plans that meet their unique needs in compliance with WAC-246-341.
• Provide individual therapy and case management services in accordance with the individual service plan and evaluation recommendations.
• Work as part of a treatment team.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date clinical files documenting all services and contacts, consistent with WAC-246-341 requirements.
• Support and implement agency policies and procedures.
• Represent the agency in the community at meetings and clinical reviews with supervisor approval.
• Be available on-call to ensure continuity of care for agency patients as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or a social science from an accredited college or university.
• Meet the requirements of a mental health professional as defined in WAC-246-341.
• Qualify as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) and obtain a WA State Credential to practice prior to starting the position.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children who have a mental health condition (preferred).
• Current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attendance record.
• Ability to work well with others.

Pay

$26.31 – $36.23 per hour, depending on experience.

New hire bonus: $5,000.

Benefits

Lifeline Connections offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package for regular, full-time employees, including:

• Multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) with accrual rates that increase with years of service.
• Paid holidays and personal holidays.