Child & Family Therapist

Kitsap Mental Health Services; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 40,749 - 50,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Student Loan Assistance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Port Orchard seeks a Child & Family Therapist to provide direct counseling services. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate between $29.58 and $36.97, along with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree in a relevant field and experience in mental health counseling. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of job-related experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Licensure: Agency Affiliated Counselor (can be obtained after hire).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Educate and support clients' families.

Skills

Counseling techniques

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Child & Family Therapist - Full Time

Hiring Range: $29.58 - $36.97 per hour

$3,000 sign-on bonus*

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well‑being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Kitsap Mental Health Services provides compassionate and effective outpatient services to children, youth, and families. Our team works in home, school, and community settings to create customized treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs, strengths, and cultural background. With year‑round support, we focus on helping children and adolescents grow, succeed, and flourish in school and life. From mental health assessments to family therapy and case management, we offer a full range of services to ensure a positive, predictable treatment experience. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people in our community!

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct services such as individual, group, and family counseling, crisis intervention, and case management to assigned clients.
• Assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Educate and support clients' families and advocate for clients' rights and preferences. Consult with families and community agencies such as DSHS, court systems, housing authorities, etc., to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Assist and support clients in finding and effectively using a primary care physician and a dentist and develop health self‑management skills. Work with the team to coordinate psychiatric care with medical care.
• Provide crisis intervention counseling and coordinate with designated crisis responders/crisis services when appropriate.
• Participate in providing information to clients on substance use issues such as the effect on mental and physical health and daily functioning. Coordinate treatment with internal and external substance use treatment providers.
• Assist clients with resources and education to support their autonomy and basic needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's Degree in Psychology, social services, or a mental health field.
• Experience: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job‑related experience).
• This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.
• Licensure: Agency Affiliated Counselor (can be obtained after hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Intermediate (minimum 3 years of job‑related experience).
• Business‑rated insurance may be required if performing outreach duties.
• Licensure: Washington License (LICSW, LMFT or LMHC).
• *A sign‑on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.