NW Clinician I

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington

  • Burlington, WA
  • $36.50-41.98 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:$1000 HIRING BONUS!
CCS/NW is currently offering a $1,000 hiring bonus to fill our F/T - Skagit WISe - Clinician I (Therapist) positions, until the positions are filled.
Hiring Bonus Criteria:This one-time bonus will be paid (in 2 parts) in the following manner:
  • $500 (taxable)after successful completion of the first 30 days of employment as an introductory period employee
  • $500 (taxable) on the first paycheck as a regular employee following the successful completion of the 90-day introductory period (including any applicable extensions)
Full-time positions available (F/T is 37.5 hours per week).Pay starting at $36.50 - $41.98 / hour (D.O.E.)With COMPETITIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING:
  • Generous PTO: Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation (15 days for F/T Employees), 11.5 Agency Paid Holidays, plus 2 Personal Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan and Employer Contribution Pension Plan
  • 2% Annual Longevity Increase
  • Employee Assistance Program
Compensation is set by agreed to language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between CCSNW & SEIU 1199NW and determined based on experience.Position Description
The Therapist is in a professional position providing intensive, community-based therapeutic services to children, youth and families with serious mental health needs. The Therapist will utilize the Wraparound process to increase safety, stabilize placement and support individuals/families in meeting their identified needs by building a team of natural and formal supports. The Therapist will participate as a clinical team member, learning and practicing Wraparound principles and processes. The Therapist will participate in crisis management and the on-call rotation.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTeam Membership:
  • Work cooperatively with internal and external teams.
  • Actively engage in consultation and supervision.
  • Model dignity and respect for others in all aspects of work.
Direct Therapeutic Service:
  • Provide diagnostic assessment (as qualified).
  • Provide ongoing assessment of client’s strengths and needs.
  • Use appropriate therapeutic modalities to build on strengths and attend to client’s needs, including individual and family therapy.
  • Participate in developing and implementing individualized service plan.
  • Provide therapeutic support/psychoeducation to families.
  • Provide in-home therapeutic services as indicated in the Wraparound plan.
  • Case management as needed.
Record Keeping:
  • Complete all paperwork according to agency policy and contract requirements, to include progress reports, service tickets, service plans, scheduled reviews, etc.
  • Learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records.
Crisis Management:
  • Work with team to provide ongoing safety planning for clients and families.
  • Share in on-call rotation for after-hours response to WISe program families.
  • Participate if needed with hospitalization or crisis placement of clients.
Community Relations:
  • Attend appropriate community-based networking meetings as requested.
  • Seek out additional training and support as needed.
Access to and protection of PHI:
  • Responsible for upholding a culture of privacy and security in highly confidential work environment (HIPAA covered entity service area).
  • Complies with all CCSWW policies and procedures that involve access to and safeguarding of client Protected Health Information (all forms).
Other work-related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSMINIMUM:
  • Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field.
  • Willing/able to obtain WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor Certification.
  • Experience working with children and families in a clinical setting.
  • Ability to work in home and community settings.
  • Strengths-based orientation.
  • Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
  • Acceptable driving record (Driving Abstract-Full driving record required).
  • Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.
  • Support and contribute to a creative, collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork.
  • Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
  • Criminal History Background Checks are required prior to employment.
PREFERRED:
  • Current WA State DOH licensure or Associate Licensure: Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage & Family Counselor (WAC 246-809).
  • 1-year relevant experience working with children and families in a clinical/mental health setting.
  • Qualified Mental Health Professional.
  • Children’s Mental Health Specialist.
  • Bilingual – Spanish Speaking.
  • Training and/or experience in Family Therapy.
  • Training or experience in the Wraparound process.

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington