Mental Health Therapist - Bachelor's level (FBH Clinician I)
About the role
Catholic Community Services, Family Behavioral Health is seeking a Clinician (internal title: Clinician I) to provide family‑oriented, strength‑based mental health services for children, youth and families in the Aberdeen area (serving Grays Harbor). The position is internal‑applicants only; candidates must submit an updated resume and letter of interest. The role involves delivering individualized, creative and flexible services primarily in clients’ homes and communities, using evidence‑based and evidence‑informed approaches, collaborating with natural and community supports to promote long‑term safety and stability. The clinician will be based out of the FBH Aberdeen office, with possible remote/home work and flexible scheduling to meet client needs. Aberdeen is located in Grays Harbor County on the southern edge of the Olympic Peninsula, offering beachcombing, birdwatching, kayaking, and proximity to forests, with a community focused on tourism and retail.
Responsibilities
- Provide family, strength‑based mental health services for children and families in their home and community.
- Work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends, based on family needs.
- Participate in an on‑call rotation with other clinicians and clinical care coordinators.
- Deliver intensive mental health services and supports to help children remain safely in their home with family.
- Collaborate with natural and community services and supports to achieve long‑term safety and stability.
- Assess safety visually in community and family homes.
- Meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations.
- Maintain reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance per CCS policy.
- Uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences or an equivalent accredited degree.
- Energetic, innovative style with ability to engage children, youth and family members.
- Enthusiastic and optimistic approach encouraging ongoing participation.
- Natural ability to work with others through a genuine strengths‑based approach.
- Passion for helping families stay together.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrate attitudes, knowledge and skills for culturally competent service in multicultural settings.
- Ability to visually assess safety in community and family homes.
- Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations.
- Preference for a flexible schedule rather than a traditional 8‑5, Monday‑Friday facility‑based role.
- Willingness to participate in on‑call rotation responsibilities.
- Successful completion of required background clearances prior to offer.
- Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with acceptable driving record per CCS policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Services or related field.
- Mental Health Professional as defined by WAC 388‑865.
- Knowledge of Wraparound principles and practice.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays plus 1 personal holiday each year.
- 3 weeks vacation per year.
- Medical, dental, vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Retirement plans: 403‑B Employee Savings Plan and Employer Contribution P