Mental Health Professional

Lifeline Connections; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 3,622,000 - 4,991,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-paid Short Term Disability

Employer-paid Long Term Disability

Employer-paid Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Lifeline Connections in Vancouver, WA seeks a Mental Health Professional to deliver behavioral health services to children aged 5–12. The role works under the Program Director, providing therapy, case management, and collaboration with a treatment team in compliance with WA state regulations.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in counseling or social sciences and WA credentialing to practice; strong verbal and written communication; and a valid driver’s license for field work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or social sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Must qualify as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) and obtain a WA State Credential to practice.
• At least 1 year of experience with children who have a mental health condition preferred.
• Current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Review WACs, CARF standards, RCWs, and Federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance.
• Develop an individual services plan with guardians that meets needs per WAC-246-341.
• Provide individual therapy and case management to patients per plan and evaluations.
• Work as part of a treatment team.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date clinical files per WAC-246-341.
• Support and implement agency policies and procedures.
• Represent the agency in the community at meetings and clinical reviews with supervisor approval.
• Be on-call to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Case management

Education

Master's degree in counseling or social sciences

WA State Credential to practice

Job description

Mental Health Professional

Regular - Full Time Vancouver, WA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2018

Salary Range: $26.31 To $36.23 Hourly

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.

Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

MAJOR DUTIES: The MHP works under the supervision of the Program Director. This position provides behavioral health services to agency patients ages 5 - 12. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

• Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), CARF standards, Revised Codes (RCWs), and Federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance with these regulations in all therapeutic services
• Work with the patients and guardians in the development of an individual services plan that is strength based and meets their unique needs in compliance with WAC-246-341.
• Provide individual therapy and case management services to patients assigned to them in accordance with the individual service plan and evaluation recommendations.
• Work as part of a treatment team
• Maintain complete and up to date clinical files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC-246-341.
• Support and implement agency policies and procedures.
• represent the agency in the community at various meetings and clinical reviews with the approval of the supervisor.
• Be available on-call to ensure continuity of care for agency patients as needed, and
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or university required;
• Meet the requirements of a mental health professional as defined in WAC-246-341
• Must qualify as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) and obtain a WA State Credential to practice prior to starting the position;
• Have at least 1 year of experience working with children who have a mental health condition preferred
• current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance
• good verbal and written communication skills
• ability to work well with others.

The Benefits

Lifeline Connections strives to be an employer of choice by offering regular and full-time employees a robust and highly competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and family well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

In addition, Lifeline Connections provides employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options. Full-time employees and eligible part-time employees may also enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan, helping support long-term financial wellness.

Beyond benefits coverage, Lifeline Connections is proud to offer generous paid time off. Both full-time and part-time employees earn PTO at competitive accrual rates that increase with years of service, allowing for meaningful time away from work. Employees also receive paid holidays and personal holidays, reinforcing our commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.