Mental Health Clinician II - Child & Family - Rock Pointe

Frontier Behavioral Health; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Behavioral Health recherche un clinicien en santé mentale pour fournir des services de thérapie basés sur des preuves. Le rôle inclut la gestion des crises et la participation à une équipe multidisciplinaire. Nous valorisons l'impact positif sur les vies de nos clients avec une prise en charge axée sur le client.

Benefits

Paid Time Off up to 26 days in the first year

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

No-cost licensure supervision

Signing Bonus

Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Deux ans d'expérience en services de santé comportementale de préférence.
• Knowledge of service delivery models, evidence-based psychotherapy modalities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, person-centered therapy using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans as needed.
• Facilitate treatment groups and advocate for clients.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Evidence-based therapy

Crisis management

Education

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field

Job description

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

Child and Family Services provides an array of mental health and behavioral interventions to children, adolescents and their families who need additional help or support. Treatment may be brief, episodic, and solution-focused or provided for a lengthier period of time when emotional and behavioral issues are complex and significantly impair functioning.

Services can be short-term or long-term depending on the needs of the child and family and may include:

• Individual, group and family therapy

• Case management

• Parenting support and education

• Psychological testing

• Psychiatric medication management

• Crisis management

The Mental Health Clinician will provide trauma-informed, person-centered, evidence-based therapy to clients served within an FBH outpatient program. Participate in a multidisciplinary team by providing therapeutic interventions, writing and implement recovery care plans, provide client education, advocate on behalf of clients and conduct risk assessments while measuring client progress toward established goals and objectives in virtual, office, or community-based settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following.

• Provide episodic, trauma-informed, person-centered therapy utilizing evidence-based practices.

• Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.

• Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed, including facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care.

• Facilitate and co-facilitate client treatment groups.

• Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner.

• Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings.

• Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or reviews when required by contract.

• Accept delegation and follow through with specific expanded assignments and responsibilities within FBH system such as quality improvements teams, task groups, committees, consultations, mentoring or training responsibilities.

• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with clinical, administrative and support staff, community partners, clients, and family/natural supports.

• Include the client’s support network and applicable involved community partners in treatment and any applicable care coordination.

• Coordinate with treatment team regarding treatment progress and discharge planning and operate as a member of multi-disciplinary team providing services in the community, virtually, and clinical setting in compliance with any treatment models.

• Develop and implement care plans with measurable objectives and obtainable goals, in collaboration with the client, evaluating client’s progress and adjusting as needed.

• Meet productivity standards in accordance with agency program guidelines.

• Comply with all state WAC requirements and FBH policies and procedures

• Perform FBH charting requirements, correspondence, Workday, and other paperwork in a complete and timely manner.

• May be assigned to supervise interns.

• Maintain professional credentials, including continuing education as applicable.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university.

• Must apply for Agency Affiliation within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED:

• Two years of experience providing clinical behavioral health services preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of service delivery models including groups, skills training, brief/focused therapy, community-based intervention for children and/or adults with serious and persistent mental health diagnoses.

• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services.

• Knowledge of and experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy modalities.

• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, traumatic experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economic status.

• Requires some travel between work sites or to see clients in the community. Clinicians must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active Driver's License and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position provides client services in-office and within the community at large on a occasional to frequent basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.

• Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.

• Occasional frequent travel between locations is required.

• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.

• Daily use of a computer is required.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.

• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):

• Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $30.91 - $34.79

• Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $32.72- $36.82

All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay is as follows:

• Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $30.91 per hour

• Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $32.72 per hour

This position is eligible for quarterly productivity incentives.

Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employermatch.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS:www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.