Counselor Trainee
About The Position
Are you a compassionate and driven emerging clinician ready to begin your behavioral health career? Make a difference where it matters most and join our Integrated Behavioral Health team at the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) - Kwawachee Counseling Center! As a Counselor Trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting individuals and families in a culturally grounded, community-focused setting. While working under the supervision of a licensed clinician, you will provide meaningful, high-quality care while continuing to grow your clinical skills. This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience, deepen your clinical knowledge, and make a real impact.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Behavioral Health, Human Services, or related field
- Completion of a clinical practicum or internship with supervised experience
- Active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential (or pending)
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Commitment to obtaining licensure (must sit for exam within 6 months of hire)
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive intake interviews and assist in developing diagnoses and treatment recommendations
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling services
- Support clients experiencing crisis, including those with suicidal thoughts or behaviors, using evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT)
- Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record
- Provide consistent client engagement, maintaining regular contact and continuity of care
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to support holistic client wellness
- Participate in community outreach, prevention, and education activities
- Engage in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
Benefits
- Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance
- Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
- (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days
- (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of service
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage
- Have student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
