Youth (WISE) Mental Health Therapist

Description

WE’RE HIRING!!!

FULL-TIME, YOUTH  (WISE) MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST OPPORTUNITY
WORKING IN THE WISE PROGRAM

(PROVIDING COMMUNITY BASED TREATMENT)

ILWACO, WASHINGTON

(SERVICING PACIFIC COUNTY AREA)

$15,000 added to the hiring salary for geographic differential!

Who we are:

Community Integrated Health Services (CIHS) is a Washington State-based behavioral health organization offering quality care to all communities we serve. Our team of dedicated, experienced professionals offer a variety of behavioral health services to people of all ages.

Supplemental Information
Hiring Range:   - $31.25 - $42.00 Hourly ($65,000 - $87,360 annually)
MHP career levels 2,3,4 (DOE & Licensure)

• $15,000 added to the hiring salary. 
• Relocation Assistance.

Rich Benefits Package includes:

• Comprehensive Health Package (medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage) - Currently, monthly health premiums are PAID for the employee and their qualifying dependents
• Life insurance;
• Long term disability;
• 11 paid holidays;
• Paid Time Off (PTO )- accrue 25 days in first year;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• PERS Retirement Program through the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)  CIHS currently contributes 9.11% of your salary into your retirement.

Training and Supervision:

• Weekly supervision with your Clinical Supervisor
• Clinical Supervision for Licensure available upon request

Qualifications

Who should apply?

• Mental Health Professionals with a Master’s Degree in counseling, social services or closely related field and two (2) years of experience providing direct service to those with mentally illness.
• Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor Certification with Department of Health (DOH) or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire. 
• High energy, creative individuals who have a passion for working with Youth and Families
• Positive, solutions oriented clinicians
• Therapists skilled at engaging and motivating youth to achieve participation in services
• Those with a preference for a flexible schedule rather than a traditional, fixed 8-5 Monday through Friday facility-based position
• Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations as needed
• Knowledge of WISe (Wraparound with Intensive Services) principles and practice preferred, but not required at time of hire
• Valid driver’s license & current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record
• Professional licensure as a LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A preferred.

Our Goals:

• Deliver whole person, integrated care in coordination with our partners
• Assure timely access to high quality behavioral health services and follow through with meeting needs
• Provide 24/7 access to services to all we serve
• Listening to our Community

 Some of what you will do:

• Provide intensive support and services to assist youth and families in achieving wellness and safety, and to strengthen communities.
• Utilize a team-based approach to providing services to Medicaid eligible youth under age 21, and their families.
• Identify potential health problems through skilled assessment of participants’ physical and mental status, daily living skills, coping patterns, strengths and supports.
• Deliver effective care coordination services to youth and families through a high degree of collaboration with natural supports and community services.
• Utilize evidence based treatment plans in home and community settings. This position provides outpatient therapy and the oversight of clinical services to children, youth, and their families with complex behavioral health needs. 
• Ensure diverse youth and family engagement.

Why you should work in Pacific County:

Located at the southwestern corner of Washington State, Pacific County is best known for their 30-mile long Long Beach Peninsula. Pacific County boast in fishing, lumber, cranberry and dairy farming.  Spanning over 1,200 square miles Pacific County’s’ unique communities range from tranquil farm country to over 30 miles of coastal beaches.

Benefitting from being located in the country’s top state for economic growth, Pacific County is a rural community with easy access to Longview, Vancouver and Portland, OR. Cross the bridge into Astoria, OR and you can visit the place known for the film, The Goonies.

Steeped in a rich history that celebrates the natural resources of the region, the Pacific County economy continues to diversify. A growing tourism industry and manufacturing companies is home to hundreds of people working in a variety of industries. This has helped the area grow to a vibrant and flourishing area.

Click Link for a Pacific County Video Tour:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mxQ5-BRS_c

CIHS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are proud to say CIHS is now NHSC-certified!

Salary : $65,000 - $87,360