Crisis MHP

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

5d • $33 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.

Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or university required.
• Eligible for one of the following licenses: MFT or MFTA, LICSW or LSWAIC, LMHC or LMHCA, Licensed Agency Affiliate (AAC).
• Must be pending licensure at time of hire, and active within 30 days.
• Meet the requirements of a mental health professional as defined in WAC 246-341.
• Current CPR and First Aid and Food Handlers permit, or ability to obtain one within 90 days.
• Willing to seek to understand each individual’s unique circumstances and personal preferences and goals and incorporate them into the crisis response to help individuals regain a sense of control.
• Understand and support the Living Room Model of service delivery-specifically that MHPs are not the primary support in the CSC.
• Strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of partnerships and individual choice, and the balance between protection from harm and personal dignity.
• Interest or experience in working with individuals who are difficult to engage and maintain in traditional behavioral health programs.
• Subscribe to the philosophy of cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for individuals.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals displaying a wide range of unpleasant and/or bizarre behaviors.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding the management of challenging behaviors.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License required including vehicle and appropriate vehicle.
• Great attendance.
• Familiarity with Washington State regulations related to the provision of behavioral health services (RCW 71.05).
• This position requires shift work and requires the ability to work within a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes (RCWs) and Federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance with these regulations in all clinical services.
• Work with the patient in the development of an individual services plan that is strength-based and meets their unique needs in compliance with WAC 246-341.
• Provide individual therapy, group therapy and case management services to patients assigned to them in accordance with the individual service plan and evaluation recommendations.
• Work as part of a treatment team.
• Assist in the daily clinical operations of the team by facilitating treatment planning meetings that continuously assess the status of patient
• Conduct patient-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money management); and family structure and relationships.
• Maintain complete and up to date clinical files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC 246-341.
• Support and implement agency policies and procedures.
• Represent the Agency in the community at various meetings and clinical reviews with the approval of the supervisor.
• If applicable, be available on-call to ensure continuity of care for agency patients.
• Provide individual therapy, behavior support, group therapy, education and case management services to clients assigned to them in accordance with the individual service plan and evaluation recommendations.
• Provide ongoing assessment, problem solving, side-by-side services, skill training, supervision (e.g., prompts, assignments, monitoring, encouragement), and environmental adaptations to assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that accrues at competitive rates and increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays and personal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level