Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Jamestown Sklallam Tribe; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamestown Family Health Clinic in Sequim, WA is seeking a licensed behavioral health clinician to join an integrated primary care team. You will assess adults and families, provide CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care, and coordinate referrals to BH services, MAT, and chronic disease management.

Expect collaboration with physicians, case management, and telehealth options. Requirements include a Master’s in social work and a WA state license (LICSW/LMPHP/LMFT) and 3 years

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work required and licensure at LICSW, LMPHP or LMFT.
• Must maintain WA state professional license.
• Experience in counseling, crisis intervention, and independent judgment essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide age- and culturally appropriate assessments for mental health, substance abuse, and medical needs.
• Deliver direct services including screening, assessment, intervention, and referrals.
• Utilize CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care to support patient care.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on behavioral health issues.
• Coordinate with hospital resources, MAT, and chronic disease management.

Skills

Counseling techniques

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in social work

Licensed in LICSW/LMPHP/LMFT

WA state licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Jamestown Family Health Clinic - Sequim, WA 98382, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $69,892.00 - $97,848.00 Salary

Essential Functions

• Provide age and culturally appropriate comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments for mental health, substance abuse, and medical needs in the primary care setting.
• Provide direct services to patients including screening, assessment, brief intervention, and appropriate referrals.
• Utilize evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care, to support patient care.
• Provide education and training to patients, families, and staff on specific behavioral health issues.
• Provide liaison services, support, and referrals to hospital resources and community agencies, including medication assistance programs.
• Collaborate with specialty care services (e.g., BH, MAT, Chronic Disease Management) to develop and facilitate the group visit model.
• Collaborate with Quality Improvement teams to support data collection, process improvement, and the implementation of best practices in behavioral health care.
• Provide consultation and feedback to primary care providers.
• Complete patient behavioral records, including progress notes within 48 hours of patient encounters, and respond to inbox messages within 72 hours.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with MH/SA related psychopharmacology, and assist in identifying, developing, and integrating new BH treatment opportunities for MH/SA patients when possible.
• Remain current on local and regional resources for mental health and substance abuse treatment, developing collaborative relationships where possible.
• Participate in outreach educational activities in the community as assigned.
• When necessary, independently conduct patient telehealth visits using a secure video conferencing platform provided by the JFHC IT department.
• Ability to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and effectively prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, both in the clinic and while working remotely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to collaborate effectively with colleagues and patients in person and remotely. This includes proficiency in using communication tools such as video conferencing platforms, and instant messaging.
• Participate in ongoing discussions to improve the quality and organization of patient records and care plans.
• Participate in all JFHC meetings and training as directed or assigned.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in Primary and specialty care teams, BH, and Chronic Disease Management services.
• Adhere to all JST and JFHC policies and procedures, including standards for safety, and work practices as described in the JFHC Occupational Exposure Control Plan and HIPAA.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work along with licensure at the LICSW, LMPHP or LMFT level and three (3) years post licensure experience.
• Must possess knowledge of counseling techniques, crisis intervention, and have the ability to make independent judgment related to counseling as a direct service is essential.
• Experience in group facilitation and collaborative care planning.
• Must maintain relevant Washington state Professional License.
• Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and management skills with experience working in simultaneous, often diverse programs to effectively manage time, resources and client caseload.
• Analyze, evaluate and diagnose situations and adopt effective plans of action.
• Assess physical and mental health concerns.
• Demonstrates strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Suites, as well as knowledge of data management (EMR) and analysis.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication with demonstrated willingness to work within a team environment.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply ethical, legal, and regulatory standards specific to social services, mental health practice, and professional licensure requirements.
• Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws and regulations impacting healthcare, behavioral health services, and patient rights.
• Demonstrate initiative, work independently with little supervision.
• Knowledge of Indian culture and communities.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned.
• Must maintain a valid Washington state driver’s license with insurance.
• Must be able to successfully pass criminal background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of office administrative operations, including personnel management, and compliance.
• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability and willingness to assess and intervene in high-risk situations (suicide, aggression).
• Must be available to work any shift (to include all hours, weekends, and/or holidays as job duties require).
• Must be able to lift, push and carry up to 30 lbs. unassisted and/or apply physical exertion in restraining overactive or hostile clients.
• Physical ability to access all areas of the property applicable to your position.
• Must be able to withstand prolonged standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing, squatting and twisting without restriction.
• Requires eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity; ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
• Must have the ability to reach at or below/above shoulder level on a continuous basis.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment and maintain physical stamina, a proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with patients, management, team members, and outside contacts while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of an integrated care team focused on whole-person care and improving behavioral health outcomes for the community. You’ll work alongside primary care, specialty care, behavioral health, MAT, and chronic disease management teams while helping patients achieve meaningful, long-term health goals.