Mental Health Therapist II, III, or Licensed

Mental Health Therapist II, III, or Licensed Sea Mar Community Health Centers is a community-based organization committed to providing comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities in Washington State. Position Summary Sea Mar Behavioral Health seeks a full-time therapist for its program in Monroe, WA. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) provides individual and group counseling, case management, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, and treatment planning. The role includes referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary care physicians, and community agencies. Licensure is required and the therapist must be willing to work some later hours and occasionally meet with clients outside the office. Licensed Mental Health Therapist Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, and case management in coordination with other teams. Responsibilities include care to chronically ill patients, patients in the Intensive outpatient program, and high utilizers. The Licensed Mental Health Therapist works with CDMHP’s, inpatient facilities, and ensures proper protocols for hospitalization authorization and discharge planning. Provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment plans, leads groups, and provides clinical supervision to other clinicians. Assists the Program Manager and clinical supervisor with clinical chart reviews and compliance with WACs, RCWs, and clinical contracts. Education and/or Experience for a Licensed Therapist Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics. Four or more years of clinical experience. Responsible for continuing education hours and licensing fees. Must possess an active Washington State mental health counseling license, marriage and family therapist license, or independent clinical social worker license. Additional Requirements Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Take a TB test annually and at time of hire. Mental Health Therapist III Provides diagnostic assessments and referrals, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment plans, and leads groups. Assists the Program Manager with program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACs and RCWs, and other administrative tasks as directed. Education and/or Experience for MHT III Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics. Four or more years of experience. Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License. Additional Requirements for MHT III Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. Must have and maintain a current TB test. Obtain BLS CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Mental Health Therapist II Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment plans, and leads groups. Assists the Director with program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACS and RCWS, and other administrative tasks as directed. Education and/or Experience for MHT II Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics. Up to three years of experience. Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License. Additional Requirements for MHT II Must have and maintain a current TB test. Obtain BLS CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment. What We Offer Sea Mar offers a dynamic and growing community health organization with comprehensive benefits for full-time employees working 30 hours or more. Medical Vision Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long Term Disability EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and the opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. Union Representation This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). Equal Opportunity Employer Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sea Mar Community Health Centers