Youth Care Navigator – WISe Program Lead

kitsapmentalhealth; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

PTO + holidays

YMCA Membership

Life & Disability Insurance

Student Loan Assistance

401(k) Plan

EAP

Pet Insurance

Wellness App

Team environment

Job summary

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Care Coordinator for the WISe Team to provide comprehensive care coordination for youth enrolled in the WISe program. This role works with youth and families in office, school, home, and community settings to ensure access to individualized services.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health and a valid driver’s license with agency driving requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health.
• Entry level (no prior related work experience).
• Must meet driving requirements: 21+, 3 years licensed, driving history check, valid WA driver's license, insured transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination services, including individual, group, and family counseling, crisis intervention, and case management.
• Facilitate Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to ensure family voice and choice are central in wraparound.
• Assist families in navigating mental health services, education, legal, and social services systems.
• Develop and update individualized Plans of Care aligned with treatment goals.
• Conduct CANS screenings and assess regularly to guide service planning.
• Collaborate with schools, courts, and social services to support youth and families.
• Advocate for youth and families with culturally competent, family-centered care.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate with Designated Crisis Responders as needed.
• Document client progress accurately and timely per agency policies.
• Participate in daily organizational meetings and treatment planning reviews.
• Educate families on substance use issues and coordinate with providers.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health

Job description

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Care Coordinator for the WISe Team to provide comprehensive care coordination for youth enrolled in the WISe program. This role works with youth and families in office, school, home, and community settings to ensure access to individualized services.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health and a valid driver’s license with agency driving requirements.