NW Clinician - Skagit WISe (F/T - 37.5 hr.wk)

Full-timeposition (37.5 hours per week) Pay starting at $36.50 - $41.98 / hour DOE With COMPETITIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING: Generous PTO: Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation (15 days for F/T Employees), 11.5 Agency Paid Holidays, plus 2 Personal Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account 403(b) Retirement Plan and Employer Contribution Pension Plan 2% Annual Longevity Increase Employee Assistance Program Compensation is set by agreed to language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between CCSNW & SEIU 1199NW and determined based on experience. Position Description The Therapist is in a professional position providing intensive, community-based therapeutic services to children, youth and families with serious mental health needs. The Therapist will utilize the Wraparound process to increase safety, stabilize placement and support individuals/families in meeting their identified needs by building a team of natural and formal supports. The Therapist will participate as a clinical team member, learning and practicing Wraparound principles and processes. The Therapist will participate in crisis management and the on-call rotation. Responsibility Overview Team Membership Work cooperatively with internal and external teams. Actively engage in consultation and supervision. Model dignity and respect for others in all aspects of work. Direct Therapeutic Service Provide diagnostic assessment (as qualified). Provide ongoing assessment of client’s strengths and needs. Use appropriate therapeutic modalities to build on strengths and attend to client’s needs, including individual and family therapy. Participate in developing and implementing individualized service plan. Provide therapeutic support/psychoeducation to families. Provide in-home therapeutic services as indicated in the Wraparound plan. Case management as needed. Record Keeping Complete all paperwork according to agency policy and contract requirements, to include progress reports, service tickets, service plans, scheduled reviews, etc. Learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records. Crisis Management Work with team to provide ongoing safety planning for clients and families. Share in on-call rotation for after-hours response to WISe program families. Participate if needed with hospitalization or crisis placement of clients. Community Relations Attend appropriate community-based networking meetings as requested. Seek out additional training and support as needed. Access to and protection of PHI Responsible for upholding a culture of privacy and security in highly confidential work environment (HIPAA covered entity service area). Complies with all CCSWW policies and procedures that involve access to and safeguarding of client Protected Health Information (all forms). Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field. Willing/able to obtain WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor Certification. Experience working with children and families in a clinical setting. Ability to work in home and community settings. Strengths-based orientation. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance. Acceptable driving record (Driving Abstract-Full driving record required). Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services. Support and contribute to a creative, collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork. Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations. Criminal History Background Checks are required prior to employment. Preferred Qualifications Current WA State DOH licensure or Associate Licensure: Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage & Family Counselor (WAC 246-809). 1-year relevant experience working with children and families in a clinical/mental health setting. Qualified Mental Health Professional. Children’s Mental Health Specialist. Bilingual – Spanish Speaking. Training and/or experience in Family Therapy. Training or experience in the Wraparound process. #J-18808-Ljbffr