Mental Health Professional

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

5h • $26 - $36 • Onsite

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 is to be the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, 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 is to inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or further advanced degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an accredited college or university required
• Meet the requirements of a mental health professional as defined in WAC-246-341
• Must qualify as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) and obtain a WA State Credential to practice prior to starting the position
• current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance
• good verbal and written communication skills
• great attendance
• ability to work well with others.

Nice To Haves

• Have at least 1 year of experience working with children who have a mental health condition

Responsibilities

• Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), CARF standards, Revised Codes (RCWs), and Federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance with these regulations in all therapeutic services
• Work with the patients and guardians 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 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
• 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.
• Be available on-call to ensure continuity of care for agency patients as needed.
• 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
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays and personal holidays.

What This Job Offers

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