Adult Outpatient Therapist - South Kitsap
Kitsap Mental Health Services•Port Orchard, WA
•$30 - $37
About The Position
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Therapist to join our team providing direct clinical services to adults with complex behavioral health needs. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you’ll help clients achieve their goals through counseling, case management, and care coordination in both office and community-based settings.
Requirements
- EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or a mental health field.
- 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 all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, 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.
- LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor (can be obtained after employment)
Nice To Haves
- EXPERIENCE: Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.
- LICENSURE: Washington License (LICSW, LMFT or LMHC)
Responsibilities
- Provide care coordination and direct therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family counseling.
- Deliver crisis intervention and case management services to assigned clients.
- Develop, implement, and revise treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the treatment team.
- Educate and support clients’ families while advocating for client rights and preferences.
- Coordinate care with external agencies such as DSHS, courts, and housing authorities.
- Assist clients in accessing medical and dental care and develop self-management health skills.
- Facilitate coordination of psychiatric and medical care with providers.
- Respond to behavioral health crises and coordinate with Designated Crisis Responders when needed.
- Document services and client progress in accordance with agency standards.
- Attend team meetings and contribute to treatment planning and client progress reviews.
- Provide education on substance use issues and collaborate with internal and external providers.
- Support clients in accessing basic resources and developing life skills for autonomy.
- Monitor court-ordered LRA compliance and coordinate with CRT and legal stakeholders as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision
- Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
- Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
- Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)
- Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
