Adult FACT/Outpatient Mental Health Therapist-Longview

GREAT RIVERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ORGA•Longview, WA

17d•$33 - $42

About The Position

WE’RE HIRING!!! FULL-TIME, ADULT FACT/OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST OPPORTUNITY (PROVIDING COMMUNITY-BASED TREATMENT) LONGVIEW, WASHINGTON (SERVICING COWLITZ COUNTY AREA) $4,000 salary addition for FACT program 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 Salary Range: - $32.69 -$42.00 ($68,000 - $87,360 annually $4,000 salary addition for FACT program differential. MHP career levels 2,3,4 (Depending on experience and Licensure) 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 5.58% of your salary into your retirement. Training and Supervision: Weekly supervision with your Clinical Supervisor Clinical Supervision for Licensure available upon request QualificationsWho 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 the Department of Health (DOH) or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire. Certification with the Department of Health (DOH) or the ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire. High-energy, creative individuals who have a passion for working with adults 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 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: The FACT program provides community-based services for people with mental health needs who have a history of multiple visits to an emergency department, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and/or contacts with law enforcement related to their behavioral health challenges. The goal of the FACT program is to assist individuals in learning recovery skills, accessing resources, reducing hospitalizations, and decreasing contacts with law enforcement. The FACT team utilizes a wraparound approach with most services taking place in the community, and works in partnership with individuals and their formal or informal support systems. Services provided by the FACT team include: Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder counseling services; Medication Management; Skill building for self-care; Exploring employment opportunities; Assistance with identifying benefits and other funding/financial resources; Assistance with finding housing The team’s Mental Health Professional provides the initial mental health assessment and works in conjunction with the team and individual to create an individualized treatment plan and wellness plan. The MHP also provides ongoing case management support and individual therapy to encourage recovery and wellness. Why you should work in Cowlitz County: Rich in history, industry, natural beauty, and home of the Monticello Convention of 1852, Cowlitz County is where Washington Territory was born. With a balanced blend of rural and urban environments, most residents of Cowlitz County live about an hour from Mt. St. Helens, the Pacific Coast, and Portland OR, providing a unique quality of life. Come to enjoy, explore, and experience the wonders of Cowlitz County today. Click Link for a Longview Video Tour: http://www.elocallink.tv/m/v/player.php?pid=w7aQx3Q3&fp=walong17_wel_iwd# 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.

Requirements

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 the Department of Health (DOH) or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire.
Certification with the Department of Health (DOH) or the ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire.
High-energy, creative individuals who have a passion for working with adults
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
Valid driver’s license & current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure as a LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A preferred.

Responsibilities

The FACT program provides community-based services for people with mental health needs who have a history of multiple visits to an emergency department, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and/or contacts with law enforcement related to their behavioral health challenges.
The FACT team utilizes a wraparound approach with most services taking place in the community, and works in partnership with individuals and their formal or informal support systems.
Services provided by the FACT team include: Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder counseling services; Medication Management; Skill building for self-care; Exploring employment opportunities; Assistance with identifying benefits and other funding/financial resources; Assistance with finding housing
The team’s Mental Health Professional provides the initial mental health assessment and works in conjunction with the team and individual to create an individualized treatment plan and wellness plan.
The MHP also provides ongoing case management support and individual therapy to encourage recovery and wellness.

Benefits

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 5.58% of your salary into your retirement.
Weekly supervision with your Clinical Supervisor
Clinical Supervision for Licensure available upon request