Child and Family Therapist

Sea Mar Community Health Centers • Kelso, WA

401d • $73,528 - $104,000

About The Position

The Child & Family Therapist at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is responsible for providing individual and family therapy, case management, crisis stabilization, and treatment planning. This full-time position requires the therapist to work with children and families, accurately diagnose mental health issues, and develop appropriate treatment plans. The role also involves collaboration with other healthcare providers and may require working in non-traditional settings such as schools. The position offers a competitive salary and productivity incentives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics.
• Must meet WAC requirements for a Mental Health Professional.
• Understanding of Behavioral Health Organization and managed care systems.
• Ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency treatment and coordination with providers.
• Completion of an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Computer proficiency with Cerner and MS Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with evidence-based models and wrap-around services.
• Experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or family therapy and case management.
• Conduct crisis stabilization and treatment planning.
• Lead therapy groups as needed.
• Maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Educate staff on mental health service referrals and psycho-educational topics.
• Document mental health services and maintain patient charts.
• Perform diagnostic assessments and communicate outcomes with collaborative partners.
• Involve family members in the assessment and treatment planning process.
• Collaborate with other professionals for family-centered assessments.
• Refer patients to psychiatric and medication management services as appropriate.
• Monitor medication effects and provide feedback to psychiatrists.
• Support staff regarding mental health needs and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays
• 401(k)/Retirement options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees