Clinician II - Auburn

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

21 days PTO and 11 Paid Holidays

Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Auburn, WA is seeking a Clinician to assist individuals and families with mental health services. This role involves providing crisis management, performing intakes, and advocating for clients with various community resources.

The ideal candidate will have an MA/MS degree, two years of experience in relevant fields, and a commitment to making a positive impact in our community. Join us and be part of an inclusive and supportive team.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in mental health services.
• Ability to transport clients.
• Pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis services and guide clients through the recovery plan.
• Perform intakes and document services.
• Engage clients both in the office and the community.

Skills

Crisis Management Services

Client Advocacy

Case Management

Education

MA/MS degree in human services

Job description

As a non-profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!

Role Overview

This position provides an array of services to assist individuals and families cope with complicated mental health situations in the most effective way possible, thereby achieving a better quality of life. Through a collaborative process with clients and other team members, the Clinician will provide crisis services as needed and help clients identify their goals, needs, and resources to prepare for engagement in therapy. Clinician services will be provided to clients in and out of the office setting by utilizing communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Orients and educates clients and their families by meeting them in and out of the office; explaining the role of the clinical case manager; collaborating on the recovery plan; providing educational information in conjunction with direct service providers related to treatments, procedures, medications, and continuing service requirements.
• Provides Crisis Management Services.
• Performs intakes as needed with MHP credentials.
• Participates in QI activities and participates in committees as assigned.
• Assists with the billing requirements as needed.
• Performs real world problem solving with the client, which may require the clinician to work in the office as well as in the community field to engage clients in services. This may include but is not limited to clients’ homes, hospitals, schools, and shelters.
• Achieve 60% productivity (24 hours) billable services per full FTE.
• Advocates for the client with community, family, providers, landlords, DPS, etc.
• Adds to the interdisciplinary recovery plan and other clinician tools by participating in meetings; coordinating information and service requirements with other service providers; resolving issues that could affect smooth care progression; fostering peer support; providing education to others regarding the care coordination/management process.

What We're Looking For

• MA/MS degree in human services and two years of relevant experience.
• Obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor registration within 2 weeks of hire.
• Must have the ability to transport clients.
• Experience in Clinical work a plus
• Pass required background checks.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
• Free Supervision Hours towardsWashington State Licensure
• Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Schedule

For a Clinician at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Valley Cities is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment

Valley Cities is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, reassign, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or medical condition including pregnancy. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.

Valley Cities also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices fully required by law. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources .