Clinician I

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care•Auburn, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission‑driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others! The Clinician will provide an array of services to assist individuals and families cope with complicated mental health situations in the most effective way possible, thereby achieving a better quality of life. Through a collaborative process with the clients and other team members, the Clinician will provide crisis services as needed and help clients identify their goals, needs, and resources to prepare for engagement in therapy. Clinician services will be provided to clients in and out of the office setting by utilizing communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in human services field and relevant experience.
Obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor registration upon hire.
Must have the ability to transport clients.
Pass required background checks

Nice To Haves

Experience in Clinical work a plus.

Responsibilities

Orients and educates clients and their families by meeting them in and out of the office; explaining the role of the clinical case manager; collaborating on the recovery plan; providing educational information in conjunction with direct service providers related to treatments, procedures, medications, and continuing service requirements.
Provides Crisis Management Services.
Participates in QI activities and participates in committees as assigned.
Assists with the billing requirements as needed.
Performs real world problem solving with the client, which may require the clinician to work in the office as well as in the community field to engage clients in services. This may include but is not limited to clients’ homes, hospitals, schools, and shelters.
Achieve 60% productivity (24 hours) billable services per full FTE.
Advocates for the client with community, family, providers, landlords, DPS, etc.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options
Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Annual longevity bonuses
Recognition programs and incentives
Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
Paid training days and yearly training fund