Involuntary Treatment Court Facilitator

MultiCare Health System; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Tuition assistance

Career development

Job summary

Navos Behavioral Health, part of MultiCare, seeks an Involuntary Treatment Court Facilitator to perform clinical assessments with physicians and nursing staff for patients admitted under civil commitment to a psychiatric facility.

The role includes providing testimony and drafting petitions recommending Restrictive Treatment for patients on initial detention orders and revocations, requiring a Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing and licensure.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing is required.
• WA State Psychologist License required.
• Mental Health Professional credentials (LMHC / LICSW) expected.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff for clinical assessments.
• Provide testimony and write petitions for involuntary detention cases.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing

WA State Psychologist License

Licensed Mental Health Counselor / LICSW / LMHC

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: 8 hour shifts

Position Summary

The Involuntary Treatment (IT) Court Facilitator works in collaboration with physicians and nursing staff to perform clinical assessments and evaluations of patients admitted on a civil commitment system-wide for involuntary detention to a psychiatric facility. The IT Court Facilitator provides testimony and writes petitions recommending Restrictive Treatment for patients admitted on: initial detention orders and revocations of restrictive orders in compliance with the King County Superior Court rules.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing required
• WA State Psychologist License
• A Mental Health Professional as defined within HB 1724 one of these higher credentials are held: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW)
• Minimum five (5) years recent experience working with acutely ill psychiatric patients specifically involving evaluation of psychiatric safety, level of function, psychiatric diagnoses and medications
• Minimum three (3) years recent experience working in a hospital setting
• Driver License/Abstract
• BLS - Basic Life Support (includes RQI) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross

About Navos Behavioral Health

Navos, part of MultiCare's Behavioral Health Network, offers comprehensive behavioral health care for people of all ages. Specializing in mental health and substance use disorder treatment, Navos provides inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment and community-based programs. Known for its innovation and compassionate approach, Navos is a leader in helping individuals recover and reclaim their lives.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $93,954.00 - $136,572.80 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.