Mental Health Clinician II - Trueblood Housing - Permanent Supportive Housing Team

Frontier Behavioral Health•Spokane, WA

2d•$32 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us! WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH? At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission. Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County. At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve. The onsite Permanent Supportive Housing Team serves Trueblood class members-individuals with behavioral health conditions involved in the criminal justice system-residing in permanent supportive housing. This role is essential to maintaining a safe, stable, and trauma-informed environment that promotes recovery, dignity, and long-term housing success. Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for resident through regular monitoring an de-escalation support. The Permanent Supportive Housing Team will: Build a trusting relationship with residents and provide emotional and practice support. Assist residents with daily living activities, including hygiene, meals, and medication reminders. Support residents in accessing services such as behavioral health, legal aid, and employment programs. Document incidents, resident interactions, and service coordination in compliance with program standards. Collaborate with case managers, peer support specialists, and health care providers. Uphold trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and housing first principles. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Focus on assisting and supporting Trueblood Class Members to maintain their housing and obtain the next appropriate level of housing. Create or further develop recovery plans and on-going support to promote progress in care. Provision crisis and hospital diversion services to individuals at high risk. Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments to determine a level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others. Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate. Assist with obtaining SOAR services. Provide evaluation and treatment for patients who have behavioral health concerns. Assist and complete care plans and provide assessments and referrals for outpatient or inpatient treatment. Provide consultation, training, and education to staff regarding behavioral health issues as assigned by supervisor. Facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources, including Stabilization and/or E&T admission. Provide 1:1 therapy/group services as appropriate. Identify and include the client’s support network in care coordination Assist clients in identifying and accessing resources which will meet their needs. Coordinate and collaborate with community resources on behalf of clients. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices. Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university.
Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, active car insurance and must be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.
Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied, backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economical status.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations
Experience in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

Focus on assisting and supporting Trueblood Class Members to maintain their housing and obtain the next appropriate level of housing.
Create or further develop recovery plans and on-going support to promote progress in care.
Provision crisis and hospital diversion services to individuals at high risk.
Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments to determine a level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others.
Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate.
Assist with obtaining SOAR services.
Provide evaluation and treatment for patients who have behavioral health concerns.
Assist and complete care plans and provide assessments and referrals for outpatient or inpatient treatment.
Provide consultation, training, and education to staff regarding behavioral health issues as assigned by supervisor.
Facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources, including Stabilization and/or E&T admission.
Provide 1:1 therapy/group services as appropriate.
Identify and include the client’s support network in care coordination Assist clients in identifying and accessing resources which will meet their needs.
Coordinate and collaborate with community resources on behalf of clients.
Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment! Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
Medical, Dental and Vision
Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
Signing Bonus!
No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
Free Employee Assistance Program
Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!