Mental Health Clinician II - Elders & Adult Services

Job Overview Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non‑profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence‑based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma‑Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honour and a privilege to assist them in their journey. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide episodic, trauma‑informed, person‑centered therapy utilizing evidence‑based practices. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices. When required by the outpatient program, Mental Health Clinician II who hold a credential (i.e., L‑AAC, LMHCA, LMFTA, LICSWA) eligible to be a Mental Health Professional will provide initial intake assessments for persons seeking services at FBH to determine individual meets medical necessity and eligibility for FBH outpatient services. This involves comprehensive assessments, preliminary diagnoses, and treatment recommendations for both youth and adults; completing Consent to Release Confidential Information with the client and guardians, when appropriate; accurately determining the program assignment for individuals who are enrolled. Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilisation services as needed, including facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioural health care. Facilitate and co‑facilitate client treatment groups. Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner. Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings. Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or reviews when required by contract. Accept delegation and follow through with specific expanded assignments and responsibilities within FBH system such as quality improvements teams, task groups, committees, consultations, mentoring or training responsibilities. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with clinical, administrative and support staff, community partners, clients, and family/natural supports. Include the client’s support network and applicable involved community partners in treatment and any applicable care coordination. Coordinate with treatment team regarding treatment progress and discharge planning and operate as a member of multi‑disciplinary team providing services in the community, virtually, and clinical setting in compliance with any treatment models. Develop and implement care plans with measurable objectives and obtainable goals, in collaboration with the client, evaluating client’s progress and adjusting as needed. Meet productivity standards in accordance with agency program guidelines. Comply with all state WAC requirements and FBH policies and procedures. Perform FBH charting requirements, correspondence, Workday, and other paperwork in a complete and timely manner. May be assigned to supervise interns. Maintain professional credentials, including continuing education as applicable. Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum requirements (Required): Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from an accredited college or university. Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire. Must have an unrestricted and valid driver's license, active car insurance and must be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work. Preferred qualifications: Two years of experience providing clinical behavioural health services. Knowledge of service delivery models including groups, skills training, brief/focused therapy, community‑based intervention for children and/or adults with serious and persistent mental health diagnoses. Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services. Knowledge of and experience providing evidence‑based psychotherapy modalities. Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, traumatic experiences, cultures, education level and socio‑economic status. PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position provides client services in‑office and within the community at large on an occasional to frequent basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large. Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable. Occasional frequent travel between locations is required. The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required. Daily use of a computer is required. May be required to lift 10 – 20 pounds. PAY RANGE (Hourly / Non‑Exempt) Mental Health Clinician II – No Licensure: $30.91 – $34.79 per hour Mental Health Clinician III – Licensure: $32.72 – $36.82 per hour All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay is as follows: Mental Health Clinician II – No Licensure: $30.91 per hour Mental Health Clinician III – Licensure: $32.72 per hour This position is eligible for quarterly productivity incentives. BENEFITS Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing! We believe in work–life balance: Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment! Plus 9 paid federal holidays! Sick leave – extended sick leave and paid sick and safe time. Some positions qualify for a compressed workweek option resulting in up to an additional 26 days off per year. Benefits: Medical, dental and vision Retirement – We offer an impressive 403(b) plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match. Flexible spending accounts Life insurance – Company‑paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire. PERKS Signing bonus! No‑cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure. Federal and state loan forgiveness program for qualifying programs. Reimbursement of license/certification application fee that is required for the position. Free employee assistance program. Staff discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane! Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign‑on bonus. APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at View phone number on click.appcast.io. EEO POLICY It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group. #J-18808-Ljbffr Frontier Behavioral Health