Behavioral Health Clinician III - FT

Description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We arecurrently looking for aBehaviorial Health Clinician IIIwith a passion for human services.This is anexcitingopportunity to be involved with an organization focused on racial justice, second opportunities, diversity, equity and inclusion.

WHO WE ARE

We are a social enterprise that partners with communities to transform society by honoring the humanity of people, reducing the impact of discriminatory mass incarceration, and empowering people to live safe, healthy, productive lives through inspiration, affirmation, and by overturning barriers.

For over 60 years we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 50+ locations across Washington State that provides a chance for change to over 3,000 people on any given day.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Behavioral Health Clinician III provides quality counseling, case management, education and community support services to clients with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and / or co-occurring disorders using evidence-based and promising practices.

This position does not supervise employees but provides clinical supervision.

The below requirements differentiate this position from Behavioral Health Clinician II :

• Master’s Degree with curriculum related to counseling and psychology.
• Mental health associate’s license (., LMHCA, LMFTA, LSWAA, LSWAIC) or be a Mental Health Professional and an Agency Affiliated Counselor

PRIMARY / ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Client Services

• Provides evidence-based and research-supported mental health and psychosocial interventions through problem-solving, case management, and group facilitation in accordance with program policy and the clients’ Individual Service Plan
• Diagnoses mental health conditions and / or substance use disorders in accordance with the most recently published Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (.

DSM-5) and ASAM requirements.

• Collaborates with other Pioneer behavioral healthcare providers and community partners based upon the clients’ Individual Service Plan
• Provides behavioral health services based upon identified treatment needs specified in the clients’ Individual Service Plan and in accordance with employee’s education, training and certification.
• Complies with documentation and filing requirements according to applicable WACs, agency, and funder policies.
• Recognizes, respects, and maintains professional boundaries with clients.
• Develops and maintains working knowledge of community resources.
• Assists first responders as needed (., police and medical personnel)

Communication and Teamwork

• Must be available to perform the essential functions of this job whenever scheduled to work.
• Attends shift / staff meetings and actively participates in planning, coordination and communication of all types, which will contribute to the delivery of quality professional services.
• Utilizes critical thinking and judgment to identify the most professional therapeutic reaction or intervention in client care.
• Documents observations in daily notes in accordance with program policy
• Promotes and models teamwork and collaboration with coworkers.
• Ensures client and employee safety by maintaining, cleaning, and disposing of equipment and supplies according to policy and procedures.

Quality Assurance

• Maintains quality of care consistent with or exceeding standards set by federal, state, local, internal, and contract requirements.
• Assists in the development of treatment methodologies and educational offerings in accordance with client needs as determined by program leadership.
• Adheres to professional and ethical standards for behavioral health services.
• Retrieves client and program data as needed.
• Completes peer file audits to ensure accuracy and quality of documentation and services.

Clinical Training and Development

• Actively participates in agency supervision toward obtaining and maintaining licensure, in support of evidence-based practices, and in accordance with applicable WAC and RCW requirements.
• Obtains additional training required by applicable WACs and in accordance with annual training plan.
• For positions in 24-hour locations, obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Food Handler's permit within one week of hire.
• For positions in 24-hour locations, becomes CPR & First Aid certified within 90 days of hire (or as soon as possible) and maintains throughout employment

QUALIFICATIONS : REQUIRED

REQUIRED

• Master’s Degree in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services field with curriculum related to counseling and psychology.
• Must possess a current mental health associate’s license (., LMHCA, LMFTA, LSWAA, LSWAIC) or be a Mental Health Professional and an Agency Affiliated CounselorMental Health Professional (MHP) criteria in Washington state : A psychiatrist, psychologist, psychiatric nurse, or social worker as defined in chapters 71.

05 RCW and 71.34 RCWA person who is licensed by the Department of Health as a Mental Health Counselor, Mental Health Counselor Associate, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Marriage and Family Therapist AssociateA person who is registered by the Department of Health as an Agency Affiliated Counselor who has a master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or uni versity.

In addition, at least two years of experience in direct treatment of person(s) with mental illness or emotional disturbance, such experience gained under the supervision of a mental health professional recognized by the department or attested to by the licensed behavioral health agency.

Agency affiliated counselor" means a person registered under chapter 18.19.210 RCW, who is engaged in counseling and employed by an agency listed in WAC 246-810-016 or an agency recognized under WAC 246-810-017 to provide a specific counseling service or services.

PREFERRED / DESIRABLE

• 1 year of experience in mental health, behavioral health, or another related human services field
• SUDP / SUDPT (dually credentialed)
• If designated by the work location, employee must have a valid driver’s license, personal auto insurance, and a driver's abstract / driving record acceptable to Pioneer’s auto insurance company.

Employee must meet the requirements of Pioneer’s approved driver policy and guidelines.