Outpatient Mental Health Therapist- Ilwaco

Community Integrated Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing quality mental health services in a vibrant community. This full-time outpatient therapist role offers a unique opportunity to engage with clients in a supportive environment. With a competitive salary and a rich benefits package, you will be part of a team that values professional growth and community impact. Experience the beauty of Pacific County while making a difference in the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about mental health and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Package

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

11 Paid Holidays

25 Days Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

PERS Retirement Program

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in counseling or related field with 2 years of experience.
• Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify health problems through assessment of clients' physical and mental status.
• Deliver medically necessary care coordination services to clients.
• Ensure annual behavioral health screenings using evidence-based tools.

Skills

Mental Health Counseling

Assessment Skills

Client Engagement

Care Coordination

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling

Licensure as LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Ilwaco Office - Ilwaco, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $80000.00 - $106000.00 Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Description

WE’RE HIRING!!!

FULL-TIME, OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST OPPORTUNITY

ILWACO, WASHINGTON

(SERVICING PACIFIC COUNTY AREA)

$15,000 added to your salary for geographic differential!

Who we are:

Community Integrated Health Services (CIHS) is a Washington State-based behavioral health organization offering quality care to all communities we serve. Our team of dedicated, experienced professionals offer a variety of behavioral health services to people of all ages.

Supplemental Information:

Salary Range: - $80,000 - $106,000 annually (Salary range includes the $15,000 geographic differential)
MHP career levels 2,3,4(DOE & Licensure)

Rich Benefits Package includes:

• Comprehensive Health Package (medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage) - Medical, dental, vision options with no monthly premiums. For employees and qualifying dependents.
• Life insurance;
• Long-term disability;
• 11 paid holidays;
• Paid Time Off (PTO )- accrue 25 days in first year;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• PERS Retirement Program through the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) CIHS currently contributes 9.11% of your salary into your retirement.

Training and Supervision:

• Weekly supervision with your Clinical Supervisor
• Clinical Supervision for Licensure available upon request

Qualifications

Who should apply?

• Mental Health Professionals with a Master’s Degree in counseling, social services or closely related field and two (2) years of experience providing direct service to those with mentally illness.
• Licensed Agency Affiliated CounselorCertification with Department of Health (DOH) or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire.
• High energy, creative individuals who have a passion for working adults.
• Positive, solutions oriented clinicians
• Therapists skilled at engaging and motivating youth to achieve participation in services
• Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in the office and in the schools as needed.
• Valid driver’s license & current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record
• Professional licensure as a LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A preferred.

Some of what you will do:

• Identifies potential health problems through assessment of participants’ physical and mental status, daily living skills, coping patterns, strengths and supports.
• Deliver medically necessary care coordination services to CIHS clients.
• Will provide the data and medical history that will accelerate successful referral to psychiatric services.
• Ensure annual age appropriate behavioral health screenings using evidence based tools.
• Successfully transfer patient to long term counselor if and when appropriate.
• Referral support and bi-directional tracking with communications to care team as needed for follow-up.
• Clinical paperwork including documentation of all contacts, problems, interventions, determination of diagnostic eligibility, and dispositions of the case, including all referrals and termination summaries.

Why you should work in Pacific County:

Located at the southwestern corner of Washington State, Pacific County is best known for their 30-mile long Long Beach Peninsula. Pacific County boast in fishing, lumber, cranberry and dairy farming. Spanning over 1,200 square miles Pacific County’s’ unique communities range from tranquil farm country to over 30 miles of coastal beaches.

Benefitting from being located in the country’s top state for economic growth, Pacific County is a rural community with easy access to Longview, Vancouver and Portland, OR. Cross the bridge into Astoria, OR and you can visit the place known for the film, The Goonies.

Steeped in a rich history that celebrates the natural resources of the region, the Pacific County economy continues to diversify. A growing tourism industry and manufacturing companies is home to hundreds of people working in a variety of industries. This has helped the area grow to a vibrant and flourishing area.

Click Link for a Pacific County Video Tour:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mxQ5-BRS_c

CIHS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are proud to say CIHS is now NHSC-certified!