Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Company: Sea Mar Community Health Centers
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 22, 2021
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Job Description:
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health
Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization
committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human,
housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities,
specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar
proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity,
immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless
of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services
includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health
clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational
services. We are recruiting for the following position:Licensed
Mental Health Therapist - Posting #20452Position Summary:Full-time
Mental Health Therapist position available for our Behavioral
Health Program in White Center - Seattle. We provide an integrated,
person-centered approach to care. This position is in a beautiful
facility that also house our medical and dental wings. The
therapist provides diagnostic assessments, individual counseling,
referral for psychiatric and case management services, crisis
stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and
leads groups. In addition, the therapist collaborates with other
agencies such as Crisis Connections and inpatient facilities to
ensure coordination of care and successful discharge planning.The
Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides therapy to managed care
patients that are pre-authorized to receive mental health
treatment. If the licensed therapist is an Approved Supervisor for
licensure, the therapist may provide clinical supervision to
clinicians at other sites (those who are not their team colleagues)
who are persuing licensing requirements. In addition, this person
supports the agency efforts to ensure compliance with WACs, RCWs,
and clinical contracts. This job description does not suggest or
imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this
employee.Bilingual English/Spanish Is Preferred But Not
Required.What We Offer:Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people
the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health
organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more
than just a job, it's a fulfilling career with opportunity for
advancement. Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive
an excellent benefit package of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance, Prescription coverage, Long Term Disability, EAP
(Employee Assistance Program), paid-time-off starting at 27 days
per year + 10 paid Holidays. We offer 401(k)/Retirement options and
an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse
environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the
following. Other duties may be assigned.Administrative:* The LMHT
maintains a caseload in compliance with agency caseload and
productivity requirements.* Assists in ensuring agency compliance
with WAC's, RCW's, and other pertinent laws, regulations, and
contracts.* Assists in developing and implementing policies and
procedures as directed by the Program Manager.* Educates staff
regarding the process for health service referrals and regarding
"psychoeducational topics (suicide risk assessment, behavior
modification, evidence based practices, etc.) as directed by the
Program Director and/or Clinical Supervisor.* Maintains
documentation of health services, and follows through on patient
charts, including but not limited to: intake, assessment, treatment
plan, crisis plan, authorization paper work, clinical encounters,
180 reviews, etc.Clinical Duties:* Provides diagnostic assessments
for each patient during the program. Documents outcomes, justifies
diagnoses, and communicates with the primary care provider,
chemical dependency counselor and other individuals involved in the
client's clinical care. * Demonstrates knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served.* Demonstrates clinical competencies and proper use of
approved diagnostic tools to justify clinical diagnosis and
practices. * Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and
development over the life span.* Possesses a clear understanding
and proper use of the clinical practice guidelines. * Has the
ability to identify and categorize each patient's age-specific
grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or
geriatric patients.* Refers patients to psychiatric services as
appropriate. Gathers record materials and background information as
needed by the community health center (See Policies and
Procedures). Coordinates care with the psychiatric service provider
to insure accuracy of presentation and that identified needs are
addressed. Provides monitoring regarding the effects of
medications, and feedback to the psychiatrist regarding
effects/side effects.* Provides consultation to Sea Mar staff
regarding health and behavioral issues and develops treatment plans
with staff to address emotional needs and behavioral problems
identified for patients.* Provides individual counseling in
coordination with other systems as needed.* Provides suicide risk
assessment and develops treatment plans to address suicidal
ideations or gestures. Uses case management as needed to provide
follow through and build community support as follow through.
Provides other crisis stabilization as needed.* Gathers information
regarding past health services to be used in the individual's
treatment plan development. Provides referrals to patients prior to
or following admission, and exchange information with outside
service providers.Education and/or Experience:* Must hold a
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in
psychology, counseling, or social work which includes course-work
in psychological diagnostics.* Four or more years of clinical
experience in the field.* Responsible for his/her individual
continuing education hours and licensing fees. The Licensed Mental
Health provider must possess an active, approved license from the
Washington State Department of Health at all times. Must meet
criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP). * Must hold and
maintain an active Washington State Mental Health Counselor
License, Marriage and Family Therapist License, or Independent
Clinical Social Worker License.How to Apply:To apply for this
position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY
NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Sarah
Addison, Clinical Supervisor at SarahAddison@seamarchc.orgSea Mar
is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPosted on 8/11/2020External
candidates considered after 08/14/2020This position is represented
by Office and Professional Employees International Union
(OPEIU).Please visit our website to find out more about us at
www.seamar.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and
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