Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

Youth & Adult Services

Outpatient Services provides an array of mental health and behavioral interventions to children, adolescents and their families who need additional help or support. Services can be short term or long term depending on the needs of the child and family.

Services may include:

• Individual Counseling

• Assessment & Referral

• Anger Management

• Coping Skills Development

• Social Skills Training

• Family Counseling

• Crisis Intervention

• Case Management

• Group Counseling

• Parent Support

As a Mental Health Clinician II, you will provide trauma-informed, person-centered, evidence-based therapy to clients served within an FBH outpatient program. Support the Behavioral Health Specialist as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide therapeutic interventions, implement recovery care plans, provide client education, advocate on behalf of clients and conduct risk assessments while measuring client progress toward established goals and objectives in virtual, office, or community-based settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following.

• Provide episodic, trauma-informed, person-centered therapy utilizing evidence-based practices.

• Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.

• 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.

• Facilitate and co-facilitate client treatment groups.

• Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner.

• Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings.

• Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or reviews when required by contract.

• Accept delegation and follow through with specific expanded assignments and responsibilities within FBH system such as quality improvements teams, task groups, committees, consultations, mentoring or training responsibilities.

• Include the client’s support network and applicable involved community partners in treatment and any applicable care coordination.

• Receive referrals from Behavioral Health Specialists. Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Specialist and the treatment team on any needed updates to the care plan.

• Coordinate with treatment team regarding treatment progress and discharge planning and operate as a member of multi-disciplinary team.

• Meet productivity standard in accordance with agency program guidelines.

• Operate as a member of multi-disciplinary team and ensure services are provided in the community, virtually, and clinical setting in compliance with any treatment models.

• May be assigned to supervise interns.

• Maintain professional credentials, including continuing education as applicable.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university.

• Must apply for Agency Affiliation within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED:

• Two years of experience providing clinical behavioral health services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of service delivery models of including; groups, skills training, brief/focused therapy, community-based intervention for children and/or adults with serious and persistent mental illness.

• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services.

• Knowledge of and experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy modalities.

• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied, backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economical status.

• Some positions require travel between work sites or to see clients in the community. Clinicians working in such positions must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active driver's’ license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position provides client services in-office and within the community at large on a occasional to frequent basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.

• Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.

• Occasional frequent travel between locations is required.

• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.

• Daily use of a computer is required.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds. 

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):*

Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $30.91 - $34.79

Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $32.72 - $36.82

*All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay is as follows:

Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $30.91 per hour

Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $32.72 per hour

This position is eligible for quarterly productivity incentives.

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.

*Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

• BENEFITS

• PERKS

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 benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.