Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (Outpatient)

Providence; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, WA seeks a Mental Health Therapist to provide outpatient behavioral health services focused on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based, recovery-oriented interventions, care coordination across settings, and ongoing documentation to support symptom stabilization and improved functioning.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Mental Health counseling or equivalent.
• 2 years of acute care or community-based mental health work.
• Knowledge of co-occurring substance use disorders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather information from patients, families, and providers to assess needs, risks, and goals.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments including co-occurring disorders.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy using evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate care with primary care, psychiatrists, and community resources.
• Document services in the EHR within 24 hours and ensure compliance.

Skills

Acute/Community MH experience

Education

Master's degree in Mental Health counseling

Job description

Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, WA seeks a Mental Health Therapist to provide outpatient behavioral health services focused on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based, recovery-oriented interventions, care coordination across settings, and ongoing documentation to support symptom stabilization and improved functioning.