Mental Health Therapist (Full Time, Days)

Clinical Supervision is provided for employees seeking independent licensure

Were not just behavioral health peoplewere crisis people.

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson our model is physician-led and data-driven drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice weve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent to improve access inspire hope and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions define our culture and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention holding ourselves and each other accountable and doing the right thing. We work as one team trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:

• $2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights
• $3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights
• $2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

What Youll Do:

The Mental Health Therapist provides services including individual therapy group counseling life skills sessions clinical interventions crisis management family therapy and assists in case management and support system development.

• Conducts a thorough accurate clinically sound Psychosocial Assessment with the individual in a timely manner. Maintain the clinic record including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process. Obtain signatures from individual regarding treatment as necessary.
• Provides internal education regarding DBT trauma informed care harm reduction and service plan documentation.
• Prepares clinical reports and individualized service plans utilizing agency electronic clinical documentation software. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices contracts regulatory and other legal requirements.
• Conducts brief intervention individual family and group counselling within scope of practice. Participates in redirecting individual behavior while maintaining a safe milieu when necessary. Documents all services and individual activities appropriately.
• Arranges for referral and placement of individuals in other community substance abuse programs housing or employment opportunities.
• Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration. Conducts crisis interventions and follow up as necessary.
• Follows up with appropriate leadership regarding all cases on a weekly basis.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What Youll Bring:

• Masters degree in social work counseling or related field
• REQUIRED LICENSE: Current & unrestricted license as a Licensed Mental Health Professional or Associate License in State of Washington (LMHP-RP LMHP-S LMHC LMFT LICSW LCSW LPC LMFTA LMHCA LSWAIC etc.)
• 3 years of experience in mental health substance abuse treatment or relevant work
• Knowledge of principles of recovery family of origin/intergenerational issues and co-occurring psychiatric disorders
• Knowledge and experience working with special populations (Those individuals identified as having serious mental illness substance abuse diagnoses brain injuries and those over 60 years of age)
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated including showing proper documentation or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Companys exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period including but not limited to obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Medallion enrollment Medicare enrollment and any other necessary credentials as required for the role

It would be great if you had:

• Knowledge of and with Washington State Department of Health regulations

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including Medical Dental Vision Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life AD&D Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1000 to $2000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Companypaid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support work life solutions financial solutions legal assistance or online support
• After 90 days you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

Actual compensation is based on relevant experience education internal equity and budget.

Kirkland Washington Pay Range

$40.25 - $53.21 USD

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.

Recruitment Fraud Warning

Connections Health Solutions has been made aware of individuals impersonating our recruiters and issuing fraudulent interview invitations and job offers.

Please note:

• Official communications come only from an email address ending in @ .
• We will never extend an offer without completing our formal interview process.
• We will never ask candidates to pay fees purchase equipment or send money as part of the hiring process.

If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent Connections Health Solutions please contact to verify its authenticity before responding.

Required Experience:

IC