Child and Family Therapist or Licensed

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1978 that provides comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, with a focus on serving Latinos in Washington State. Job Title: Child & Family Therapist (Posting #27455) Location: Vancouver, WA Hourly Rate: $33.23 - $36.41 (depending on license) Position Summary: Full‑time Child and Family Therapist at Sea Mar’s Child and Family Clinic. The therapist provides individual and/or family therapy, case management, crisis stabilization, treatment planning, and may lead group sessions. Responsibilities include referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary physicians, and other community partners. The role requires accurate diagnosis, development of treatment plans, and willingness to work late hours (after 5 pm) in some days, including settings such as schools. Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID‑19 and flu vaccine organization.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Assist in ensuring agency compliance with WACs, RCWs, and other relevant laws, regulations, and contracts. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures directed by the Program Director. Educate staff on mental health service referral processes and psycho‑educational topics such as suicide risk assessment and behavior modification. Maintain documentation of mental health services and follow through in patient charts.

CLINICAL DUTIES

Conduct developmentally and culturally appropriate diagnostic assessments for each patient, document outcomes, justify diagnoses, and communicate with collaborative partners. Provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, specifically children and families. Involve family members as active participants in assessment and treatment planning. Collaborate with other professionals in family‑centered assessments and treatment planning. Apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and categorize patient needs by age group. Refer patients to psychiatric and medication management services as needed; collect record materials and background information from the community mental health center; collaborate with psychiatric service providers to ensure accurate presentation and address identified needs; monitor medication effects and provide feedback. Provide individual and/or family counseling in coordination with other system resources. Perform suicide risk assessments and develop treatment plans addressing suicidal ideation or gestures. Use case management as needed for follow‑through and community support, and provide crisis stabilization. Gather information on prior mental health services for the treatment plan; provide referrals prior to or following admission, and exchange information with outside service providers. Support staff regarding mental health needs of staff or patients; maintain confidentiality and provide concrete strategies for challenging situations.

PRODUCTIVITY STANDARD

Produce a minimum of 80 encounters that equal at least 80 hours of face‑to‑face contact.

QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of Behavioral Health Organization, County, and/or MCO contracts and ability to tier clients in a managed care system. Ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based on diagnoses; avoid diagnosing behavioral problems as mental illnesses unless appropriate. Knowledge of chemical dependency treatment and coordination with chemical dependency providers when necessary. Completion of an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist. Signing of a permanent oath of confidentiality covering all patient‑related information. Passage of a background check.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics. For licensed therapists: a license in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), or Social Work (LICSW or LASW). If not licensed, possession of an active Washington State Agency‑Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License. Mandate a Child Mental Health Specialist credential or active pursuit of credential. Compliance with WAC requirements for a Mental Health Professional. Computer proficiency with Cerner and MS Office and other medical software. Experience with evidence‑based models and wrap‑around services preferred. Experience working with children and families required. Bilingual Spanish/English highly desirable.

WHAT WE OFFER

Medical, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, long‑term disability, Employee Assistance Program. Paid time off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid holidays. 401(k)/retirement options. Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. Career advancement opportunities. Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted on 04/10/2025. This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). #J-18808-Ljbffr SeaMar Community Health Centers