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- Monday & Tuesday - 7:30AM-6PM
- Tuesday & Friday - 7:30AM-6PM
ACCESS TO CARE (ATC) - These services are available to adults or youth in Spokane County who are struggling to get or stay connected with healthcare providers. Work one-on-one with individuals to find dental care, physical health care, and substance use treatment providers that are most accessible for the individual. This team works as a healthcare guide, helping to educate, advocate, and motivate individuals to meet their specific healthcare goals.
In this position, the Mental Health Clinician will complete comprehensive intake assessments including risk assessments, preliminary diagnoses, and treatment recommendations for individuals of all ages seeking services at FBH to determine individual meets medical necessity and eligibility for FBH outpatient services. Provide care coordination and linking with appropriate community providers for persons who are not eligible for or able to benefit from services at FBH. Requires timely completion of documentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:
1. Understand and adhere to all agency policies and procedures, WAC and RCW requirements.
2. Provide initial assessments both in office and in the community for persons seeking services at FBH to determine individual meets medical necessity and eligibility for FBH outpatient services.
3. Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed, including facilitating Access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care. Complete duty to warn notifications as appropriate.
4. Complete clinical paperwork (intake assessment, progress notes, etc.) in a timely, accurate and legible (typed) manner.
5. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
6. Provide care coordination and linking with appropriate community providers for persons who are not eligible for or able to benefit from services at FBH.
7. Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner.
8. Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings.
9. Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or reviews when required by contract.
10. Maintain professional credentials, including continuing education as applicable.
11. Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
1. Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. At the time of hire, must have applied for one of the following DOH credentials:
- Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) OR
- License Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) OR
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate (LICSWA) OR
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) AND THEN
- Credential must be active with DOH within 6 months of hire date unless currently have active License - LMHC, LMFT, or LICSW.
3. Meet the requirements of a Mental Health Professional as defined by WAC 246-341-0200.
PREFERRED:
- Two years of experience providing clinical behavioral health services preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, traumatic experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economic status.
- Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of Mental Health services.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills are needed.
- Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) or its successor.
- Ability to concurrently document in an EMR during the intake interview.
- Must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active drivers’ license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):*
- Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 - $38.79
- Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 - $41.06
_ *All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:_
- Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 per hour.
- Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 per hour.
- WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
- Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
- At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
- Paid Time Off – Full Time Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!*
- Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
- Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS ARE AMAZING!
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental and Vision*
- Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS:
- Signing Bonus!
- No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
- Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
- Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
*Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not eligible for benefits or sign-on bonus.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $31.84 - $41.06 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- No weekends
Work setting:
- In-person
- Outpatient
Work Location: In person
