What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist - SBHC position at Community Health Center of Snohomish County?
Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to address health, time off, retirement and career-advancement needs. Benefits available include health insurance (medical / dental / vision), up to 120 hours of vacation time pro-rated by FTE every 12 months, paid sick leave, 10-paid holidays, 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, disability and life insurance, and more! We also offer $0.75 / hour for those who test proficiently in a second language.
Pay Range Information :
LISCW, LMFT, LMHC : Minimum of .775 FTE ($62,727.00 - $83,496.95), and up to 1.0 FTE ($83,636.00 - $107,738.00) with potential for additional time off during school breaks.
PsychD : Minimum of .775 FTE ($79,843.60 - $105,031.10) and up to 1.0 FTE ($103,024.00 - $135,524) with potential for additional time off during school breaks.
The salary will be based on experience and credentials.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Specialist –SBHC operates within School-based Health Centers (SBHC) as part of an integrated care team. The Behavioral Health Specialist provides individual, group, and family therapy to students, focusing on prevention as well as brief, solution focused interventions and other clinical modalities in accordance with the State of Washington Department of Licensing and their professional scope of practice. The Specialist works in collaboration with the SBHC medical and dental providers to provide comprehensive care and works in partnership with school staff and community organizations to maximize student access to clinical care at CHC and other organizations. The position requires travel between sites, flexible hours, and the potential for evening and weekend events. During the summer, this position may operate out of CHC Primary Care Clinics to support continuous access to care.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English.
- Works independently and is self-directed.
- Works effectively in a team environment.
- Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks.
- Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
- Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations.
- Problem-solves with creativity and ingenuity.
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for various mental health conditions.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Familiarity with Washington State Minor Consent and Confidentiality Laws
Preferred :
Education
Experience
Credentials
Preferred :
Job Specific Functions / Performance :
CHC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer (EEO / AA) / At-will employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $103,024 - $135,524
