Mental Health Therapist II, III or Licensed

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1978, is a community‑based organization committed to providing comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, especially Latinos in Washington State. Position Summary Sea Mar is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our Behavioral Health Department in Kent, King County. Positions are available at Level II, III, or Licensed. The wage varies by level. Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field and be registered or licensed with the Washington State Department of Health. Licensed Mental Health Therapist Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, and case management in coordination with other teams. Delivers care to chronically ill patients, Intensive Outpatient Program participants, and high utilizers. Works with CDMHP’s and inpatient facilities, including Western State Hospital, ensuring proper protocols for hospitalization authorization and discharge planning. Provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups. Offers therapy to managed care patients pre‑authorized for mental health treatment. Provides clinical supervision to clinicians pursuing licensing requirements. Assists Program Manager and clinical supervisor with chart reviews. Supports agency compliance with WACs, RCWs, and clinical contracts. Education and Experience (Licensed Therapist) Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work including coursework in psychological diagnostics. Four or more years of clinical experience. Responsible for continuing education hours and licensing fees. Active approved Washington State Department of Health license at all times (Mental Health Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, or Independent Clinical Social Worker). Eligible for Mental Health Professional (MHP) criteria. Additional Requirements Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Complete TB test annually and at time of hire. Mental Health Therapist III Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management in coordination with other teams. Provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups. Assists Program Manager with program development, policy and procedure development, and compliance with WACs and RCWs; other administrative tasks as directed. Education and Experience (MHT III) Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics. Four or more years of experience. Meets MHP criteria. Hold active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending up to 60 days if applied within 7 days of offer) or mental health Associate License (Marriage & Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker). Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. Additional Requirements Maintain current TB test. Obtain BLS CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it. Mental Health Therapist II Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management in coordination with other teams. Provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups. Assists Director with program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACs and RCWS; other administrative tasks as directed. Education and Experience (MHT II) Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work including coursework in psychological diagnostics. Up to three years of experience. Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. Meets MHP criteria. Hold active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending up to 60 days if applied within 7 days of offer) or mental health Associate License. Additional Requirements Maintain current TB test. Obtain BLS CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain it. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. What We Offer Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage. Life insurance, long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program. Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays. 401(k) / Retirement options. Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. Equal Opportunity Employer Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted 07/25/2023 #J-18808-Ljbffr Sea Mar Community Health Centers