Collaborative Care Integrated Mental Health Therapist

MultiCare Health System•Kent, WA

1d•$42 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. The primary location of this position will be in Auburn or Lake Meridian The Integrated Mental Health Therapist (IMHT) works within a multidisciplinary team embedded in the primary care clinic and utilizes the Collaborative Care model of care. This team includes the IMHT, Psychiatric Consultant, & Primary Care Provider to provide comprehensive behavioral health services within the primary care setting. IMHT will provide evidence-based interventions, in partnership with the treatment team, to promote symptom reduction and optimal patient outcomes. The Licensed Integrated Mental Health Therapist-BHN is responsible for independently providing assessments, treatment/care planning and psychosocial therapy within a primary care clinic setting for a diverse population of preventative, acute care and chronic disease management patients. The incumbent uses a variety of theoretical treatment models and interventions and excellent communication skills to work within a primary care/chronic disease management team setting with limited supervision; documents treatment/communication in keeping with department standards and keeps current on community resources to effectively provide linkage and advocacy to fulfill client’s needs. About Auburn Medical Center MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, serving South King County since 1921, is a 195-bed hospital with 58 behavioral health beds, a Family Birth Center, Level II NICU, Level III Trauma Center, MultiCare Regional Heart & Vascular Center, and advanced surgical services including robotic-assisted procedures. Clinicians at Auburn gain exposure to a diverse patient population and a broad spectrum of specialty care, all within a collaborative, high-performing team. About the Auburn Community Auburn is a vibrant suburb of 75,000, ideally located between Seattle, Tacoma and Mount Rainier. With 34 parks, over 23 miles of trails and abundant outdoor recreation from hiking and biking to camping and kayaking, Auburn is perfect for those who love an active lifestyle. The city also offers excellent schools, a growing dining scene and a welcoming community, making it a great place to live, work and play. Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. Growth and education Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. Well-being and support Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. Living our values Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. Belonging for all Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
A Mental Health Professional as defined within HB 1724 one of these higher credentials are held: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW)
Minimum two (2) years of experience in a behavioral health setting

Responsibilities

Assesses patient’s symptoms and create customized treatment plan based on individual patient needs
Screens patients for common behavioral health disorders using PHQ9, GAD7, Columbia Suicide Risk Assessment, or other tools as required.
Monitors patients for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects/complications, with a goal of reduction in symptoms.
Supports psychotropic medication management prescribed by PCPs, focusing on treatment adherence, side effects and other complications, and treatment effectiveness.
Tracks patient follow-up and clinical outcomes using a registry, and uses the system to identify and re-engage patients
Facilitates care plan changes for patients who are not improving, including changes in medications or psychosocial treatments or appropriate referrals for additional services.
Manages behavioral health crisis as they arise in a primary care setting.
Provides flexible behavioral health services to patients on and off current caseload, both through scheduled appointments and immediate interventions via warm handoffs during medical visits with primary care providers.