Clinician - BH

IdahoPTV; Ponderay (ID); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid sick and vacation

Retirement plans (2 voluntary)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Zusammenfassung

Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is seeking a Clinician in our Ponderay (Sandpoint) field office to strengthen health and independence for Idahoans. Work includes collaboration with community providers, hospitals, law enforcement, and courts, with opportunities for growth and supervision toward licensure.

The role offers a supportive team, exposure to multiple systems, and a path toward clinical proficiency, with limited telework after probation and training.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree (or higher) in a direct clinical practice Human Services field.
• Eligible for appointment as a Designated Examiner with required licensure (LMSW/LCSW, LPC, or LMFT).

Aufgaben

• Formulates assessments, evaluations, and therapeutic recommendations.
• Advocates for clients and families.
• Applies clinical skills to assess client's/family needs.
• Provides Forensic Services.
• Coordinates program with other services and community providers.
• Evaluates treatment effectiveness and client/family outcomes.
• Serves as a designated examiner and dispositioner.

Kenntnisse

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Advocacy

Communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree in a direct clinical practice Human Services field

Jobbeschreibung

USA:ID:Ponderay | Human Services | Full Time

32.00 - 32.00 USD per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before December 1, 2026

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Are you looking to get away from the billable hour? If you are interested in growing professionally and are passionate about providing services to Idahoans, join the Division of Behavioral Health as a Clinician in our Ponderay (Sandpoint) field office. We are actively looking for qualified individuals to join a high energy, supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to interact, collaborate, and cooperate with multiple systems including community providers, hospitals, law enforcement, and the courts.

The Clinical Services Bureau works to transform Idaho’s behavioral health system through collaboration, building expertise, and advancing clinically excellent care.

Details:

• Free supervision towards your clinical license
• Obtain high clinical proficiency
• Growth within the division
• Strong work/life balance

Our Clinicians are used in several different settings and programs in the Division of Behavioral Health.

This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Formulates assessments, evaluations, and therapeutic recommendations
• Advocates for clients and families
• Applies clinical skills to assess client's/family needs
• Provides Forensic Services
• Coordinates program with other services and community providers
• Evaluates treatment effectiveness and client/family outcomes
• Serves as a designated examiner and dispositioner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

A Master's degree (or higher) in a direct clinical practice Human Services field is required for this position. (Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or very closely related field of study) in accordance with Idaho Codes: 54-3206, 54-3402, 54-3405, and 54-3214.

SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eligible for appointment as a Designated Examiner which requires a master's degree (or higher) in a direct clinical practice Human Services field is required for this position AND at least two (2) years post-master’s degree experience in a clinical mental health setting in accordance with Idaho code 66-323, Chapter 3 – Idaho State Legislature (Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or very closely related field of study) AND requires licensure in a professional specialty in one of the following areas: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3206, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3405, Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3405. For licensure information please contact the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses athttp://ibol.idaho.gov/ or 208-334-3233.

If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.

If you have questions, please contact us at:

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PHONE: [phone]

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.