NW Clinician I

Clinician I (Therapist) - WISe Program-Whatcom Co.

Full-time position available (37.5 hours per week)

Pay range starting at: $ $41.98 / hour (D.O.E).

Compensation is set by agreed to language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between CCSNW & SEIU 1199NW and determined based on experience. 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 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. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 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/psycho-education 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). - Other work-related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS : MINIMUM: - 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: - Current WA State DOH licensure or Associate Licensure: Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage & Family Counselor (WAC 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.

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