Therapist (Young Adult Transition Team)

Therapist (Young Adult Transition Team) – Full-Time

Hiring Range: $29.58 - $36.97 Per Hour

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well-being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a dedicated Therapist to join our Young Adult Transition Team (YATT). As part of our committed team, you will provide therapy services, independent living skills training, and support to young adults preparing to engage in independent living or transitioning to adult mental health services.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide face-to-face individual and group therapy to young adults in the YATT program.
• Conduct phone and face-to-face care coordination, independent living skill building, and individual therapy for youth in the community or office setting.
• Collaborate with schools, medical professionals, case workers, probation officers, and other community resources to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in developing individual treatment plans for YATT participants and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Conduct group services/classes on topics related to independent living and transitioning to adult services.
• Collaborate with YATT, Child and Family team members, and community partners for comprehensive care.
• Contribute constructively to team meetings, clinical consultations, Child & Family team meetings, and other required meetings.
• Function as a supportive member of the team and participate in problem-solving to promote a teamwork atmosphere.
• Participate in program development and implementation.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health.

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

Capacity to work well with children and families.

LICENSURE: Eligibility to receive an Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

Preferred Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE: Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.

Two years’ experience working with children and adolescents, some experience with youth transitioning to independent living.

Meet the definition of a Mental Health Professional as defined in WAC 388-877-0500. Child Mental Health Specialist.

*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.