Clinician II - Kent

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan with employer 6%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Annual longevity bonuses

Training and licensure support

Job summary

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Kent Clinic is seeking a Clinician II for a full-time, non-exempt position. The role delivers crisis management, intake support, and care coordination across office and community settings, with emphasis on recovery planning and family collaboration.

Required MA/MS degree in human services with two years of experience and Agency Affiliated Counselor registration within two weeks.

Qualifications

• MA/MS degree in human services and two years of relevant experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Orients and educates clients and families; explains recovery plan.
• Provides Crisis Management Services.
• Performs intakes with MHP credentials.
• Participates in QI activities and committees.
• Assists with billing requirements.
• Works in office and community settings to engage clients.
• Aims for 60% productivity (24 hours) billable per full FTE.
• Advocates for clients with community, providers, landlords, etc.
• Contributes to the recovery plan and care coordination.

Skills

Transport clients

Clinical work experience

Background checks

Education

MA/MS degree in human services

Job description

Clinician II | Kent Clinic | FULL-TIME | NON-EXEMPT | $27.77 - $35.87 | SIGNING BONUS - $3000

About Valley Cities

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

What You'll Do (Essential Functions)

• 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 You'll Bring (Required)

• 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.

Join Our Team!

Be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. Meaningful work, and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
• Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
• Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
• Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options
• Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Annual longevity bonuses
• Recognition programs and incentives
• Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
• Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
• Paid training days and yearly training fund

We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission-driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

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.

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