Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Therapist

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

EAP

PTO 24 days + 10 holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to support the Adult Mobile Crisis unit within its Behavioral Health Program. The role involves assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, and suicide risk assessment, with group therapy leadership as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in psychology or social work, qualifies as an MHP under WA WACs, and has 4+ years’ experience,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology or social work, which includes course work in psychological diagnostics, is required.
• Applicants must qualify as an MHP in accordance with state WACs.
• Four or more years’ experience in the field.
• Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending for up to 60 days).
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provides diagnostic assessments for patients and documents outcomes.
• Gathers information to develop treatment plans and coordinates with psychiatric services.
• Delivers individual counseling and crisis stabilization; leads therapy groups when needed.
• Uses case management to ensure follow-through and community support.
• Maintains confidentiality and coordinates with team to avoid conflicts.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or social work

Active WA MHP license / license eligible

Tools

WA MHP licensing

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to support the Adult Mobile Crisis unit within its Behavioral Health Program. The role involves assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, and suicide risk assessment, with group therapy leadership as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in psychology or social work, qualifies as an MHP under WA WACs, and has 4+ years’ experience,