Mental Health Therapist Licensed

Summary

Sea Mar Behavioral Health’s diverse and rapidly expanding program is seeking a full-time therapist for its Behavioral Health Program in Kelso, WA. The Mental Health Therapist Licensed (MHTL) provides individual and group counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, and treatment planning. In addition, they provide referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary care physicians, and with other community agencies.

Duties

• Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, and case management in coordination with other teams or parties involved in treatment.
• Works with CDMHP’s, inpatient facilities, including Western State Hospital, and ensures proper protocols are followed for hospitalization authorization and during discharge planning.
• Provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups.
• Provides therapy to managed care patients that are pre-authorized to receive mental health treatment.
• Assists the Program Manager and clinical supervisor to conduct clinical chart reviews.
• Supports the agency efforts to ensure compliance with WACs, RCWs, and clinical contracts.

Requirements

• 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.

Additional Requirements

• This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment.
• Takes a TB test annually and at time of hire.

What We Offer

• Fringe benefits surpass most companies, including 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.
• An exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

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 Jordan Brooks, Program Manager, at jordanbrooks@seamarchc.org.