Mental Health Therapist III or Licensed
Position Summary
Full-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist or MH Therapist III position available for our Behavioral Health Clinic in Everett, WA. We are looking for an experienced mental health clinician to provide mental health assessments in the Snohomish County region to increase access to behavioral health services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a caseload in compliance with agency caseload and productivity requirements
- Affirms agency compliance with WAC's, RCW's, and other pertinent laws, regulations, and contracts
- Develops and implements policies and procedures as directed by the Program Manager
- Edits staff regarding the process for health service referrals and psychoeducational topics (suicide risk assessment, behavior modification, evidence based practices, etc.)
- Documents outcomes, justifies diagnoses, and communicates with the primary care provider, chemical dependency counselor and other individuals involved in the client’s clinical care
- Provides diagnostic assessments for each patient during the program
- Coordinates care with the psychiatric service provider to insure accuracy of presentation and that identified needs are addressed
- Provides monitoring regarding the effects of medications, and feedback to the psychiatrist regarding effects/side effects
- Provides consultation to Sea Mar staff regarding health and behavioral issues and develops treatment plans with staff to address emotional needs and behavioral problems identified for patients
- Provides individual counseling in coordination with other systems as needed
- Provides suicide risk assessment and develops treatment plans to address suicidal ideations or gestures
- Uses case management as needed to provide follow through and build community support as follow through
- Provides other crisis stabilization as needed
- Gathers information regarding past health services to be used in the individual’s treatment plan development
- Provides referrals to patients prior to or following admission, and exchange information with outside service providers
Education and/or Experience
- Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics
- Four or more years of clinical experience in the field
- Responsible for his/her individual continuing education hours and licensing fees
- The Licensed Mental Health provider must possess an active, approved license from the Washington State Department of Health at all times
- Must meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP)
- Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Mental Health Counselor License, Marriage and Family Therapist License, or Independent Clinical Social Worker License
What We Offer
- Fringe benefits surpass most companies
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 27 days per year + 10 paid Holidays
- 401(k)/Retirement options
- Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment
- This position is eligible for state and federal student loan repayment programs
How to Apply
To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Jennifer Leonard, BH Regional Director, at JenniferLeonard@seamarchc.org
Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posted 02/06/2024 External candidates considered after 02/09/2024
This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).
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