Mental Health Therapist (TAY)

Community Youth Services • Olympia, WA

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About The Position

Community Youth Services (CYS) is hiring a Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Therapist to provide behavioral health services to young people ages 15–24 in Thurston and Mason Counties. This is a full-time, exempt position. The therapist provides individualized, strength-based support to help youth transition to adulthood, using evidence-based practices for assessment, treatment planning, safety planning, and crisis stabilization. The role includes working collaboratively with youth, families, and community systems, coordinating care with an integrated service team, and adapting interventions based on client outcomes.

CYS has served at-risk youth and families in downtown Olympia for over 50 years and describes itself as the largest child welfare agency in southwest Washington. The organization emphasizes a staff-driven culture and an inclusive work environment. Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their background.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensed as one of the following: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Mental Counselor Associate, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, or Licensed Social Worker Associate.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience providing clinical services in homes, communities, and schools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and complete documentation, case notes, and treatment, service, and discharge plans.
• Collaborate with Juvenile Justice, mental health services, community supports, schools, and DCYF.
• Apply knowledge of cultural issues affecting marginalized youth and young adults.
• Understand legal matters related to children and families, including court procedures and DCYF policies.
• Participate in regular meetings, supervision, and consultations.
• Maintain ongoing communication and coordinate care with an integrated service team.
• Track client outcomes and adapt treatment interventions accordingly.
• Complete required paperwork on time and meet regulatory requirements.
• Help develop sustainability plans and community supports for clients transitioning out of TAY services.
• Provide individualized, strength-based behavioral health support to youth ages 15–24.
• Implement evidence-based practices for comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, safety planning, and crisis stabilization.
• Support communication, natural supports, healthy boundaries, and hope in collaboration with the team.

Benefits

• Health insurance, HSA contributions, dental, vision, and life insurance, among other benefits, paid by the agency.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 11+ paid holidays and 4 personal holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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