Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

This position has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Outpatient Mental Health Therapist completes initial intake as well as a comprehensive assessment and determines DC-05/DSM V diagnosis on an ongoing basis that places clients in the most appropriate treatment course in the timeliest manner.

• Assists in developing strength-based, goal-oriented treatment plans which address the specific needs of the family and specific anticipated clinical outcomes
• Provides therapy in clients’ homes, at schools, in the community, and/or CHSW therapeutic centers
• Provides direct treatment services, group therapy, and group facilitation to assigned cases, including case management, parental skills training (PPP, Incredible Years, PFR, PCIT or TF-CBT), crisis intervention, home visits, referral and advocacy, and therapy in a culturally sensitive and family focused, strength-based manner. Provides discharge planning as well
• Maintains complete documentation of the child’s case records in the designated EHR, including assessments, progress notes, individual treatment plan, other internal paperwork as needed and discharge summaries. Maintains consumer records in keeping with Agency, County and State guidelines
• Maintains productivity standards of direct service as established for the position
• Ensures timely collection of statistical information for external funding sources and program evaluations
• Ensures compliance with applicable agency contracts and adheres to all Federal, State, and Local confidentiality requirements and guidelines. Performs periodic reviews of documentation on regular basis when required by Clinical Supervisor or when need arises (self-audit)
• Participates in scheduled supervision, weekly clinical team meetings, quarterly psychiatric consult meetings, and other staff and administrative team meetings
• Maintains ethical, competent, and healthy client relationships, communication skills, and boundaries
• Assists with supervising and recruiting Mental Health interns, if applicable
• Remains current with professional development requirements through trainings, seminars, etc.
• Complies with the agency’s policy and procedure regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse
• Complies with all CHSW policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Ability to embrace and support CHSW’s commitment to fostering an inclusive organization

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This job is performed in a professional office environment. The following list is representative of the work environment employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:

• This position is located in South Seattle/South King County
• School, homes, community settings, office

WORKING REMOTELY:

Working remotely is a benefit of Children’s Home Society of Washington’s flexible workplace, but remote work cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Remote work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneel
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Regular, predictable attendance is required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or closely related field. Preference will be given to individuals experienced with case work with disadvantaged or dysfunctional families from a variety of cultural backgrounds and those with experience in working with preschool children.
• Valid Mental Health Counselor; Independent Clinical Social Worker; or Marriage & Family Therapist License OR Associate status
• Possess a valid driver’s license, have a state required minimum automobile insurance, and be able to use own vehicle for the job
• Verifiable safe driving record
• CHSW background check and drug screen requirement
• A clear portable background check through Washington Department of Early Learning
• Maintain current certifications including Child/Infant CPR, first aid and AED, HIV and bloodborne pathogens

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training in evidence-based practices (i.e., Child Parent Psychotherapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Triple P, Incredible Years, Infant Mental Health, Promoting First Relationships, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Salary Range and Benefits:

The salary Range for this position is $61,850 - $80,100 annually (with Associate License or Master's) or $81,800 - $107,100 annually (with PhD and License)

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 10 days of vacation leave each year, one personal day each year, and will accrue one sick day per month (pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees will also enjoy 14 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. We also offer EAP and Mental Health benefits.