Child and Family Therapist
Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington
Yakima, WA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$38.46–$45.67 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Best Practices, Case Management, Child and Youth Services, Clinical Competency, Clinical Psychology, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Health, Community Providers, Community Relations, Community and Social Services, Contract Requirements, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Family Social Work, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Legal, Liability Insurance, Life Insurance, Multilingual, On Call, Outpatient Care, People Management, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Management, Social Work, Spanish Language, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Treatment Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Yakima, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Position Summary:
Provides clinical mental health services to children, families, and adults in an outpatient community mental health clinic, client homes, or community-based locations such as schools. Responsibilities will include intakes, diagnosis, case management, and mental health treatment services to identified clients.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday business hours; must work two nights per week until 7pm.
Responsibilities:
Provide intake assessments, diagnosis, and ongoing culturally sensitive treatment to children, families, and adults using Evidenced Based Practices
Complete required documentation within the identified timeframes
Develop clinical treatment plans which focus on client strengths, culture, needs, and goals within the briefest time frame for successful achievement.
Maintain encounters/productivity of 60% of reportable/billable services
Participate in ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement to ensure the services provided demonstrate best practice standards and meet all contractual requirements
Actively participate in individual and group supervision, clinical staff meetings, and other multi-disciplinary meetings
Staff cases which require specialist consultations and psychiatric consultation as required
Coordinate client treatment with schools, physicians, and other community resources and referrals to community services whenever necessary
Observe confidentiality in all related program functions with staff and clients
Establish and maintain working relationships with other community mental health providers, primary care, and other referral sources
Provide routine services and on-call coverage outside of standard business hours if required by assigned program or team
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the physical requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements
Physical Requirements:
This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time. Position also requires ability to drive with adequate vision.
Non-Physical Requirements:
Qualifications for candidates hired at the MHP level: $38.46 - $43.27 per hour (non-exempt)
Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA), Marriage & Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), Independent Clinical Social Work Associate (LICSWA), or Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) in Washington State
Qualifications for candidates hired at the Licensed level: $85,000 - $95,000 per year (exempt)
Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Independent Clinical Social Work (LICSW) license in Washington State
Minimum requirements for all candidates
Master's degree in social work, counseling, clinical psychology, or a related field leading to eligibility for clinical licensure
Two years of experience working with children, families adults in a professional outpatient setting
Valid Washington driver's license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities liability insurance provider
Operate from a strengths-based perspective
Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge
Possess good verbal and written communication skills and excellent documentation skills
Ability to provide service in a culturally sensitive manner
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Ability to work in a collaborative manner with referral sources
Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner within the community
Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred, but not required
Employment is conditional upon:
Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required
Compliance with policy regarding Disclosure of Outside Employment for purposes of evaluating potential conflicts
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday business hours; must work 2 nights until 7:00pm
Wage Range: $38.46 - $45.67 per hour, depending on experience and credentials
Relocation Assistance: up to $5000 for relocations over 50 miles
Benefits:
13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment
It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being, and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting@catholiccharitiescw.org, we'd be happy to connect!
You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need
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