Mental Health Therapist - Master's level (Clinician III)

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 86,611 - 96,345; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

3 weeks' vacation

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

A behavioral health organization in Aberdeen, WA, seeks a Mental Health Therapist to provide flexible, strength-based services to families. This position involves working in community homes, requiring a Master's in Behavioral Sciences and offering on-call support. The role promotes collaboration with families and the community, with additional pay options for performance. Benefits include a competitive salary and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Knowledge of WISe principles preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide strength-based mental health services.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.
• Work flexible hours in community settings.

Skills

Behavioral Sciences knowledge

Culturally competent services

Flexible scheduling

Engagement with families

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Overview

Are you a novelty seeker? Do you seek new ideas and creative approaches? Are you tired of working 9-5? Do you need flexibility?

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST OPPORTUNITY — Master's Level — Aberdeen, Washington. Serving Grays Harbor County Youth & Families in their homes and in the community, plus in an office site.

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Catholic Community Services, Family Behavioral Health is looking for a Clinician to join our team of innovators who explore and develop new approaches and implement novel strategies. Our teams provide individualized, creative and flexible services, infused with evidence-based and evidence-informed strategies.

Who We Are

We are a values-driven organization, providing family-oriented behavioral health care for children, youth and families, provided primarily in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home with their family, restoring hope, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity. With sites located in Tukwila, Burien, North Tacoma, University Place, Olympia, Shelton, Bremerton, Aberdeen, Yelm, Vancouver, (Salmon Creek and Oakview) and Portland Oregon, we offer comprehensive intensive, Wrap-around mental health services to a diverse population for youth and families. We employ almost 800 energetic and compassionate employees.

What We Value

Compassion • Diversity • Strength-Based-Approach • Social-Justice & Our Staff!

What We Offer

• Starting Salary Range: $86,611.20 - $96,345.60
• Collaborative Supervision

Additional Pay/Ability To Earn Additional Pay Of

• First Responder pay: $1800.00 per year
• Pay based on performance: up to $8000.00 per year
• Clinical Supervision of Licensing
• Licensure pay $250.00 per pay period (2 times per month)
• Bi-lingual fluency skills in Spanish and English, or other languages, as needed: $100 -200 per pay period (2 times per month) for service provision in support the families we serve. Tiered language stipend based on language proficiency and youth and family needs.

Training And Supervision

• Extensive training in multiple clinical approaches as well as training in other areas
• Daily and weekly supervision and support with your Clinical Supervisor, as needed.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays; plus 1 personal holiday each year!
• 3 weeks' vacation per year
• 12 sick-days per year
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (1 times annual salary)
• Retirement Plans: 403-B Employee Savings Plan and an Employer Contribution Pension

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

• We provide family-oriented, strength-based mental health services for children and families in their own home and community. Clinicians work flexible schedules, based on the needs of those we serve. This position will participate in an on-call rotation with other Clinicians and Clinical Care Coordinators. This unique way of working allows Clinicians/Therapists the opportunity to offer a high level of collaboration, coordination and intensive behavior health services while allowing for creativity and needs-driven services. Emphasis is on achieving incredible outcomes with children, youth and families by actively partnering with them along with their natural and community services and supports to achieve long-term safety and stability within each family as well as our neighborhoods and communities.
• We strive to help children and families live together safely and securely with hope and promise. At times we serve as a catalyst for change, offering new approaches and challenging long-standing service traditions in community behavioral health. We behave with Humility, Passion for our Mission, and Compassion and Respectful Interactions. We value learning and offer alternatives and we stand strong to help child-serving systems understand our alternative paradigm while strengthening partnerships. We do not compromise our values!
• This position will be based out of the FBH Aberdeen site. This position requires scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of youth and families served. The services we offer will be provided in community-based settings and in family homes.

A full job description with qualifications may be shared with candidates identified for an interview.

Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING IN A CANDIDATE:

• Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences, or equivalent, accredited degree.
• Knowledge of WISe (Wraparound with Intensive Services) principles and practice preferred, but not required at time of hire.
• Passion for helping families stay together.
• Natural ability to work with others through a genuine strengths-based approach, appreciating unique qualities and assets of all involved.
• Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
• Energetic, innovative style with the ability to engage children, youth and family members in services.
• Enthusiastic and optimistic approach, encouraging ongoing participation of all involved.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to visually assess safety in the community and family homes.
• Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations.
• Preference for a flexible schedule rather than a traditional, fixed 8-5, Monday through Friday, facility-based position.
• Should be able to participate in on-call rotation responsibilities, which will be discussed in our screening process.
• Applicant must successfully pass required background clearances prior to an offer of employment.
• Valid driver’s license & current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record per CCS policy.
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.

About Aberdeen

The City of Aberdeen is located in Grays Harbor County on the southern edge of the Olympic Peninsula at the convergence of the Wishkah and Chehalis Rivers. Enjoy all the area has to offer:

• The history of this area has been driven by logging and fishing industries, in the last few years there has been an effort to replace these with emphasis on tourism and designating Aberdeen as the largest retail center on the Washington Coast. Our top-notch schools help to prepare our children for their future.
• In Aberdeen and our surrounding areas, enjoy beachcombing, birdwatching, kayaking, or quiet walks in the pristine forests.

If you are passionate about providing strength-based mental health services for children, youth and their family, we would love to hear from you!

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For additional questions, contact Karla Lacktorin, Regional Clinical Recruiter, at [e-mail]

Note Internal Candidates: reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.

Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Supporting Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.