THE ROLE: The WISe Mental Health Clinician provides mental health counseling services through the incorporation of evidence-based practices that focus on the strengths of children and families served. This role requires the ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as within the community and with other agency staff. In this role, clinicians can expect to work in homes, schools, community centers and/or the agency office, depending on the needs of families on their caseload. Communication, confidentiality and professionalism are essential parts of this position due to WISe being a team-based approach. The ability to work flexible hours including evenings and participating in an on-call rotation is expected. LCSNW offers a pay differential for employees while on-call.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u25cf Maintain a caseload of 15 to 20 youth and young adults ranging from age 10-21
\u25cf Provide culturally responsive mental health treatment services to children and youth experiencing behavioral health/mental health concerns, and supporting families in understanding needs of children and youth
\u25cf Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity in the delivery of mental health services as it relates to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the populations served
\u25cf Conduct mental health intakes and assessments to determine treatment needs aligned with current DSM diagnoses, and complete treatment planning on a quarterly basis to monitor youth progress in treatment goals
\u25cf Maintain timely case notes and records set by the agency's documentation standards
\u25cf Collaborate with other members of the WISe team (care coordinator, peer support specialist, family support specialist) to identify how each WISe team member addresses ongoing youth/family needs to reduce stressors affecting behavioral health/mental health concerns
\u25cf Approach responsibilities with a high degree of flexibility, including the ability to shift quickly from various tasks based on the needs of youth on caseload
\u25cf Participate in required weekly individual supervision, case consultation, and bimonthly staff meetings to explore therapeutic approaches, modalities, and interventions for youth, process themes of transference/countertransference as they occur, and identify support needed for professional growth in field
\u25cf Attend monthly child and family team (CFT) planning meetings that address youth and family goals with other professional supports, natural supports, and community partners
\u25cf Stay up to date in knowledge and skills in the field through attending trainings required for licensure
\u25cf Travel throughout countywide service area with mileage reimbursement allocated monthly
\u25cf Other duties as assigned by the clinical manager, supervisor or director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
\u25cf Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English are required, as well as one of the following additional languages: Spanish, Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Pashto, Russian, Ukrainian. Candidates with demonstrated language competency are eligible for language-based pay increase.
\u25cf Successful completion of a background check through Washington State Patrol.
\u25cf Cannot be excluded from participation in any federal healthcare programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits).
\u25cf Must not be prohibited from entering school grounds or classrooms for any reason.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
\u25cf Master's degree granted by an accredited institution in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a closely related field is required.
\u25cf Previous experience conducting assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning acquired through internship or employment is preferred.
\u25cf Previous WISe/wraparound experience is desirable, but not required
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
\u25cf LICSW, LMFT, LMHC/LPC preferred, or appropriate associate licensure (LSWAIC, LMFTA, LMHCA)
\u25cf Submit Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration Application (within 30 days of start date)
\u25cf CPR/First Aid (within 90 days of start date)
\u25cf Washington State CANS certification (within 90 days of start date)
THE PERKS: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.