Mental Health Specialist, Edward Thomas House Medical Respite

Harborview Medical Center’s Edward Thomas House Medical Respite program has an outstanding opportunity for a Mental Health Specialist.

WORK SCHEDULE

Per‑Diem Alternate Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Be a part of an amazing team that is passionate about Harborview’s mission Make an impact on patients experiencing homelessness Great steppingstone to furthering your Mental Health professional career

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Edward Thomas House Medical Respite is a unique medical respite harm reduction program that provides shelter care with embedded nursing, mental health, and case management services to an at‑risk homeless population. Medical Respite is a part of the Healthcare for the Homeless Network and is supported by funds from multiple sources including King County Public Health, MIDD, and local hospitals. The Edward Thomas House admits patients referred from all King County area hospitals 7 days a week and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The program is operated by Harborview Medical Center (HMC) at an off‑site location next to the Harborview emergency department.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to and document initial and ongoing bio‑psychosocial patient evaluations and assessments Develop patient care plan with interdisciplinary team Facilitate therapeutic sessions and patient/family conferences Deescalate potentially dangerous situations and promote stability on unit Recognize and communicate observations related to effects and side effects of medications and signs of substance intoxication or withdrawal to RNs Communicate with providers, authorities, and others for patients’ continued care, may include referral to Emergency Room

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree; AND one year as a Mental Health Specialist I, or equivalent; experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Legal Requirement: Eligible to obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor Certification upon hire Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $29.71 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $42.55 hourly Other Compensation: Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular?: This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co