Counselor

Unity Care NW•Bellingham, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center (FQHC) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing almost 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve. We believe mental & emotional health is an important part of overall health and wellness. Our behavioral health providers work closely with patients and their Primary Care Providers to help them meet their health care goals. As a Specialty Behavioral Health Counselor, you would provide ongoing/episodic mental health treatment for a caseload of patients engaged in primary care at Unity Care NW.

Requirements

Independent license as a Counselor, Clinical Social Worker or Marriage & Family Therapist in Washington State (or be eligible to obtain an independent license in Washington)
2 years’ direct clinical experience, preferably in community health or community mental health

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of state Medicaid mental health system functions, requirements, and changes, or proven ability to gain this knowledge.
Knowledge of the assessment and treatment of the full range of behavioral health disorders and familiarity with use of psychotropic medications.
Knowledge of the local community and private behavioral health and human services resources.
Knowledge of HIV/AIDS issues including prevention, and psychosocial aspects.
Knowledge of how chronic medical issues and behavioral health interplay.
Must be able to follow all UCNW protocols, including those related to clinic administration, patient care, and completion of timely chart notes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel as well as telehealth software.
Ability to learn and use our Electronic Health Record system, payroll system, instant messaging software & online training systems.

Responsibilities

Maintains and treats a caseload of patients
Provides Clinical Therapy
Documents all patient contact and coordination of care
Collaborates and communicates effectively with all UCNW treatment teams and community resources/agencies as appropriate in treatment

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(K) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
6 paid holidays
Paid Time Off (160 hours Year 1, 208 hours Year 2 & increasing again at Year 5 & Year 10)
Other paid leaves including: Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant
Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft Protection
Flexible spending accounts
Self-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Transportation Incentives
Healthy Living reimbursements
Unique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonuses & Will preparation services
Continuing Education Reimbursement of license renewal fees