Mental Health Practitioner
University of Washington•Seattle, WA
•$36 - $51
About The Position
Harborview Medical Center’s Behavioral Health department has an outstanding opportunity for a Mental Health Practitioner, Addictions Program. WORK SCHEDULE 40 hours per week Day Shift POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Play a vital role in supporting individuals through screening, assessment, and treatment planning. This position combines direct counseling with care coordination, education, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences, such as psychology, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, vocational or educational counseling, or social work OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science AND three years’ of experience in the direct delivery of professional mental health care.
- Must have a valid/active Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) credential with WA State.
- Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
- Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the direct delivery of professional alcohol and drug therapy; or related field to include training in alcoholism and drug counseling/therapy.
- Department of Health certification as a Chemical Dependency Professional or Registered Counselor in a Chemical Dependency Trainee status.
Responsibilities
- Conduct substance use screening and ongoing assessments
- Develop treatment plans and strategies for achieving desired outcomes
- Coordinate treatment and referral services
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling
- Deliver education and consultation to healthcare staff on substance use issues
- Facilitate Integrated Brief Interventions (assessment, feedback, referrals, follow-up)
- Maintain knowledge of community referral resources, especially for low-income patients
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program evaluations
- Maintain accurate clinical and billing records
- Ensure compliance with diagnostic and placement criteria
Benefits
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
