Mental Health Practitioner - Family Education Specialist

UW Advancement Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medicine – Harborview Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner-Family Education Specialist for the Harborview STEP team. You will educate families and natural supports about schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will educate participants and supports, enhance communication and problem-solving, assess needs, and contribute to recovery across settings. A WA driver's license may be required.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences or
• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science with three years’ experience in direct mental health care.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Licensure such as LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT may be required for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Educate families and natural supports about schizophrenia and related disorders.
• Educate participants and supports on psychosis and management, improving communication and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support patient recovery.
• Assess family needs and determine appropriate interventions.
• Provide brief crisis interventions and therapy when applicable.
• Participate in case reviews and trainings as required.
• Prepare information for external agencies (DSHS, SSA, Seattle Housing Authority).
• Document and report services per state and county requirements.
• Complete payroll documentation/leave requests in a timely manner.

Skills

Family education

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science

Three years of experience in direct mental health care

LICSW/LMHC/LMFT license

Job description

Job Description

Mental Health Practitioner-Family Education Specialist.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE
• Days

Department Description

The STEP team is a coordinated specialty care team that uses evidence-based treatment to provide intensive services to up to 60 individuals aged 15-40 experiencing their first episode of psychosis.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Provide education to families and natural supports related to schizophrenia – spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder
• Work with participants and their natural support, providing education about psychosis and how to manage it, improving communication and problem-solving skills
• As part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, work with patient, their families, and their social networks to assist in their recovery from mental illness
• Assess needs of family and natural supports and determine appropriate interventions
• Provide brief crisis interventions and therapy as applicable
• Participate in case reviews as appropriate
• Prepare information requested by outside agencies such as DSHS, Social Security Administration, and Seattle Housing Authority
• Participate in training(s) provided by Washington Health Care Authority First Episode Psychosis Program, Washington State University, and the University of Washington
• Document and report services accurately and appropriately according to current state and county requirements
• Complete payroll documentation/leave requests in timely manner

Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences, such as psychology, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, vocational or educational counseling, or social work OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science AND three years’ of experience in the direct delivery of professional mental health care.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Departmental Requirements

• Possess a valid WA State Driver’s License
• Ability to work with patients in a variety of locations including the clinic, schools, homes, inpatient psychiatric units, and the community.
• Experience providing behavioral health services to individuals experiencing SED/SMI

DESIRED

• Licensed Clinician such as LICSW, LMHC, LMFT
• Experience working with individuals experiencing First Episode Psychosis

About Harborview Medical Center

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:
$36.26 hourly

Pay Range Maximum
$51.88 hourly

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

WFSE HMC

About Uw Medicine – Where Your Impact Goes Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.