Bachelor's Level Clinician

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.POSITION TITLE: Outpatient Competency RestorationBachelors Level Clinician Non-Exempt PositionRESPONSIBLE TO: Program Director and Program Supervisor MAJOR DUTIES: This position provides needed outpatient competency restoration services to individuals determined by the court as not competent to stand trial and appropriate for community treatment. This position provides clinical services to agency patients. The incumbent performs the following duties while functioning as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team:Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes (RCWs) and Federal regulations pertaining to mental health and chemical dependency treatment to ensure compliance with these regulations in all therapeutic services;Develop and maintain an individualized treatment plan which must include the client's barriers to competency and assigned interventions;Facilitate psychosocial treatment services consisting of group activities or individual treatment sessions to address specific Barriers to Competency and to assist the client with the following: Courtroom Knowledge and Understanding, Optimal Symptom Management, Relaxation and Coping Skills, and Effective Communication (with attorneys and others in the court system), through utilization of the CORE modules and other treatment modules embedded within the Breaking Barriers Competency Restoration Program;Collaboration with system partners to include Forensic Housing and Recovery though Peer Services (FHARPS), Forensic Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (FPATH) and the Forensic Navigators;Communicate, coordinate with, and provide status update reports to the assigned DSHS forensic navigator at least weekly and notify Behavior Concern Reports in person or by phone the same day and document via email within 24 hours;Participation in monthly OCRP staff meetings with system partners and DSHS forensic navigator and in other meetings with HCA and DSHS program leads, as requested;Work as part of a treatment team;Will provide community based case management services to participants assigned to them in accordance with the individual service plan and evaluation recommendations.Will work with the participants in accessing support funding;Maintain complete and up to date clinical files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC 246-341 (if applicable);Support and implement agency policies and procedures; andOther duties as assigned.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:A bachelor's degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or university required, master's degree preferred;Have at least 1 year of experience working with adults suffering from co-occurring mental illness and chemical dependence preferred;Willing to be trained as a Subject Matter Expert in Breaking Barriers Competency Restoration Program;Familiarity with Washington State regulations related to the provision of mental health services (RCW 71.05) and chemical dependency services (WAC 246-341) required;Current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance may be required;Good verbal and written communication skills;Great attendance; andAbility to work well with others.GUIDELINESThis position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain Washington State credentials through the Department of Health. COMPLEXITYThe incumbent provides individual sessions, group sessions, and case management to clients who differ widely in age and socioeconomic status and who may possess a variety of chronic and serious social, behavioral and psychological problems. Strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and creativity are required to help implement and deliver treatment services that will meet the complex needs of the clients.PERSONAL CONTACTSContacts are with members of the treatment team, clients, significant others of the consumers, representatives of various community agencies specializing in the treatment of chemical abuse and mental illness, and related community representatives including hospital personnel, lawyers, probation officers, and other court officials. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state laws dealing with the confidentiality of client records.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak clearly, hear and use hands and fingers to manipulate writing utensils and keys on a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or lift and/or move maximum of 15 lbs. The employee may be required to effectively operate an automobile on a regular basis.WORKING ENVIRONMENTWorking hours are spent indoors in offices or meeting rooms or in the community meeting with consumers in their homes or at court. Occasional supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities may be required.IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program SupervisorSalary: $19.41 - 20.44/hr DOEApplication Process:To apply electronically for this position, please click "Apply Now" or visit our ADP career center. For more information on this and other positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.orgThe Benefits:Lifeline Connections strives to be your employer of choice by offering our regular/full-time employees a generous benefits package. Our plans cover 85% of medical, dental, and vision costs at the employee level and 75% for all dependent plans. The majority of out-of-pocket costs (i.e. co-pays, prescriptions, and deductibles) under our medical plans are also covered. We also offer other benefits, such as: employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and supplemental coverage.Our full-time employees and some part-time employees also qualify for our 401(K) plan that matches dollar for dollar up to 5%. On top of all that, our full-time employees receive approximately 4 weeks of paid time off during their first year of employment (accrual rates increase with years of service), as well as 1 personal holiday and 12 paid holidays per yearThere are many other supplemental benefits we are glad to offer such as tuition reimbursement and discounted cellular service amongst others.Send us your resume and let's talk about you joining our team