Mental Health Therapist - Outpatient Psych Intake Specialist
About The Position
The Mental Health Therapist assigned to Intake and Triage is responsible for conducting comprehensive behavioral health intake evaluations for children and adolescents through age 17. The therapist will assess presenting concerns, determine clinical needs, establish preliminary diagnoses, evaluate safety and risk factors, and coordinate referrals to the most appropriate outpatient, community-based, or higher levels of care. This position requires strong clinical judgment, knowledge of pediatric behavioral health, and the ability to make timely disposition decisions in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
- Minimum two years experience in providing direct treatment services to children and families.
- Licensed as a Mental Health Professional in Washington State in appropriate field according to degree (e.g., LICSW, LMFT).
- Must obtain and maintain in good standing medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment.
- Must have completed the fingerprinting process as outlined by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) prior to the start of employment (for school-based staff).
Nice To Haves
- Minority Mental Health Specialist designation.
- Experience with multi-system involved children with severe behavioral problems and/or developmental disabilities.
- Experience with the King County MHP and Washington State Mental Health WACs.
- Experience providing comprehensive intake evaluations with multi-axial diagnoses.
- Experience with evidence based practice.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive behavioral health intake evaluations for children and adolescents through age 17.
- Assess presenting concerns, determine clinical needs, and establish preliminary diagnoses.
- Evaluate safety and risk factors.
- Coordinate referrals to appropriate outpatient, community-based, or higher levels of care.
- Make timely disposition decisions in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits
- Medical plans
- Dental plans
- Vision plans
- 403(b)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
