Mental Health Specialist 2

Mental Health Specialist Position at Harborview Medical Center’s Edward Thomas House Medical Respite program. Work Schedule 36 hours per week Night 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 further your mental health professional career Department Overview 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. It 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 program admits patients referred from all King County area hospitals 7 days a week and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 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 and Benefits Pay Range: $29.71 – $42.55 per hour Night Shift Premium: $2.50 per hour Benefits information: Shift: Night Shift Position Type: Regular Full‑Time Equivalent: 90% Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC Equal Employment Opportunity 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 University of Washington