WISe Therapist

Ryther Child Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Holidays

Telehealth

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Ryther Child Center is expanding its WISe program and seeking a WISe Therapist to join our team. The therapist will work with children, youth and families in home and community settings, coordinating care with a Wraparound Facilitator and Parent/Youth Partner to meet individualized needs.

Requirements include a Master's degree in a relevant field, WA State license or registration, and MH Professional certification, plus 2 years of experience with youth with complex behavioral health needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or a related field.
• Washington State DOH counselor registration or license is required; Mental Health Professional certification.
• Two years’ experience providing treatment to children or adolescents with serious emotional/behavioral issues.
• Experience in publicly funded service systems or crisis intervention is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support to children, youth and families in home, school, and community settings.
• Identify goals, assess needs, and coordinate access to community resources in collaboration with a Wraparound Facilitator and Parent/Youth Partner.
• Conduct outreach to clients and families in their homes, schools, and communities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Self-management

Adaptability

Servant leadership

Education

Master's degree in social work/counseling/MFT

Tools

Mental Health Professional certification

Job description

Seeking WISe Program Team Members

We've expanded our services!

Wraparound with Intensive Services, or WISe, is a new approach to helping Medicaid-eligible children, youth, and their families with intensive mental health care. Services are available in home and community settings and offer a system of care based on the individualized need of the child or youth.

Ryther is a recognized leader in behavioral health services for children, youth and their families facing complex challenges. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive services and innovative treatments. We guide, coach and teach so that every child/youth and family we work with may experience new ways of thinking, develop positive relationships, and realize a better life.

Below are 3 possibilities for your future career!

WISe Therapist

Our WISe Therapist provides comprehensive therapeutic support services assisting children, youth, and families in coping with complex behavior and mental health needs. In a team framework the therapist works in close collaboration with a Wraparound Facilitator and Parent /Youth Partner to identify goals, assess needs, and coordinate access to community resources. The Therapist will conduct outreach to clients and families in their homes, school, and community.

Master's degree (in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or a related field), current Washington State DOH counselor registration or license, and Mental Health Professional certification are required. Two years’ experience providing treatment to children or adolescents who have serious emotional or behavioral issues and experience intervening on a family level within a publicly funded service system/experience working with youth and families with complex needs or frequently accessing crisis services, a plus.

Full-tIme, schedule may vary and typically involves a 9-5:30pm schedule, M-Fri with optional on call work. $64,500-$84,880/year (DOE)

You'll have the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental Benefits (Premium covered up to 94% by Ryther, depending on plan, and we pay $5000.00 towards your deductible and out of pocket max)
• 15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year after that - this is prorated to reflect your FTE as a part-time employee)
• 10 Sick Days (vacation & sick time rollover)
• 9 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Free Medical Telehealth Appointments for you and anyone in your household (General Medical, Dermatology, Mental Health, Neck and Back Care, Nutrition, etc.)
• 40% off Aflac supplemental insurance + free identity theft protection
• 403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
• $50,000 Life Insurance
• Ryther is a registered 501c(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program

What We Value:

• Commitment to Ryther's mission, vision, and values
• Respect for diverse lifestyles, cultures, identities, and abilities
• Team-oriented mindset with strong self-management skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and servant leadership.

Ryther seeks to create a work environment reflective of the diverse community we serve. People of color, LGBTQIA2S+, persons with disabilities, and multilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

The WISe Program is truly an "it takes a village" model. Come work for Ryther and make a difference doing community based work!