Mental Health Clinician - Outpatient

Lutheran Coummunity Services North West; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Community Services Northwest is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide vital mental health assessments and crisis intervention for youth. This role requires a Master's degree in a related field and offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. It's an opportunity to impact the lives of youth within a culturally competent and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Employer-paid disability and life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Potential for Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 1 year of related professional experience in mental health.
• Knowledge of human behavior.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and crisis interventions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure timely documentation of all progress notes.

Skills

Cultural Competence

Crisis Management

Therapeutic Skills

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in social or behavioral science

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft 365

Job description

LCSNW Kennewick Main, Kennewick, Washington, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

MISSION IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to partnering with individuals, families, and communities for health, justice, and hope across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Within Benton/Franklin Counties, our Mental Health Clinicians in the outpatient department conduct vital mental health assessments, crisis intervention, case planning, and service coordination for youth, ages 5 to 21, with identified mental health needs, contributing to our mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with Case Managers, MA-Cs, and ARNPs to assess youth, provide crisis management, individual therapy, and make appropriate referrals.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health screenings and assessments to determine treatment needs.
• Deliver clinical services using evidence-based practice models.
• Utilize effective crisis intervention techniques to ensure client stabilization while fostering strong relationships with external agencies such as hospitals, medical clinics, DCYF, and schools.
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all progress notes and required documentation.
• Participate actively in mandatory training sessions to maintain professional development and consistently meet productivity expectations.
• Demonstrate a high level of cultural competence and professionalism in all cross-cultural interactions, while strictly adhering to organizational policies and procedures.

Role(s): Role-specific responsibilities for this job are outlined as follows.

• Team Member. All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values: compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion and stewardship; communicating openly and effectively; building collaborative relationships in balance with working independently; and strictly adhering to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 year of related professional experience; knowledge and training in the areas of human behavior and mental health; awareness of individual differences in ability, personality and interest.
• Adheres to and applies established operational processes in a timely, appropriate way
• Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment
• Master’s degree in social or behavioral science or related field.
• LMHC, LMHC, LICSW, LICSWA, LASW, or Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registration is required within (60) days of hire.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written
• Basic mastery of Google Suite and Microsoft 365 applications
• Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers
• Works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle.
• Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment
• Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and through the use of technology, with periods of stationary activity and minimal periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to walking within the office and engaging in non-competitive sports or other youth centered activities.
• Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 20 pounds
• Travels between worksites occasionally
• Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings and faith-based settings such as churches
• Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements

The Perks: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.

LCSNW Kennewick Main, Kennewick, Washington, United States of America