Mental Health Therapist - Bachelor's (FBH Clinician I)

Company: Catholic Community Services of
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: June 9, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

FULL-TIME, MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

VANCOUVER, WA / PORTLAND METRO AREA

(PROVIDING BOTH IN-PERSON & TELEHEALTH SERVICES)RELOCATION ASSISTANCE!

Catholic Community Services, Family Behavioral Health is looking for a Clinician to join our team of innovators who explore and develop new approaches and implement novel strategies. Our teams provide individualized, creative and flexible services, infused with evidence-based and evidence-informed strategies. Services are offered in a hybrid manner with some services provided in the community, and some through telehealth. WHO WE ARE:

We are a values-driven organization, providing family-oriented behavioral health care for children, youth and families, provided primarily in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home with their family, restoring hope, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity. With sites located in Tukwila, Burien, North Tacoma, University Place, Olympia, Shelton, Bremerton, Aberdeen, Yelm, Vancouver, (Salmon Creek and Oakview Drive) and Portland Oregon, we offer comprehensive intensive, Wrap-around mental health services to a diverse population for youth and families. We employ almost 600 energetic and compassionate employees.

WHAT WE VALUE: Compassion Diversity Strength-Based-Approach Social-Justice & Our Staff!

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Starting Base Pay: $26.19 per hour; plus, Availability Pay $75.00 per pay period (2 times per month).
• Additional pay: $1,800.00 per year for coverage after hours
• Incentive pay: Up to $8,000.00 per year (Based on performance)
• Quarterly pay for: Licensure
• Additional pay for: Language proficiency in Spanish & Other Languages, as needed.

BENEFITS:

• 11 paid holidays; plus 2 personal holidays each year!
• 15 days' vacation (to start) and 12 sick-days per year!
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans: 403-B Employee Savings Plan and an Employer Contribution Pension
• Relocation assistance

Training and Supervision:

• Extensive training in multiple clinical approaches as well as trainings in related areas
• Weekly supervision with your Clinical Supervisor
• Daily supervision and support, as needed
• Immediate assistance and clinical supervision/consultation available at any time

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

We provide family, strength-based mental health services for children and families in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home with their family, restoring hope and promise, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity. Clinicians work flexible schedules, based on their family's needs, including evenings and weekends, in the home and community setting of the youth and families. This unique way of working allows Clinicians the opportunity to offer a high level of collaboration, coordination and intensive behavior health services while allowing room for creativity and needs driven work. Emphasis is on achieving incredible outcomes with children, youth and families by actively partnering with them along with their natural and community services and supports to achieve long term safety and stability in our neighborhoods and communities.

A full job description with qualifications may be shared with candidates identified for an interview.

Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING IN A CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences, or equivalent, accredited degree.
• Energetic, innovative style with the ability to engage children, youth and family members in services
• Enthusiastic and optimistic approach, encouraging ongoing participation of all involved
• Natural ability to work with others through a genuine strengths-based approach, appreciating unique qualities and assets of all involved
• Preference for a flexible schedule rather than a traditional, fixed 8-5 Monday through Friday facility-based position
• Passion for helping families stay together
• Embraces a multi-cultural environment
• Valid driver's license & current automobile insurance, reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to visually assess safety in the community and family homes
• Ability to meet with clients and colleagues in homes and community locations as needed
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Services or related field.
• Mental Health Professional (as defined by WAC 388-865).
• Knowledge of Wraparound principles and practice.

ABOUT VANCOUVER

Vancouver, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains, on the north bank of the Columbia River with sweeping views of Mt. Hood is as naturally beautiful as it is diverse. Vancouver, 10 miles from Portland, offers quality, affordable cost of living. Enjoy all the area has to offer:

• Positioned between Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Pacific Coast, Vancouver boasts a vast array of activities, scenic landscapes, and historic attractions. Enjoy performing and visual in downtown art galleries, or music festivals and concerts.
• Explore the region with some of the most scenic trails, lakes, and rivers with millions of square acres of dedicated outdoor space with 191 area parks in Vancouver. Take a scenic drive through the hills of north Clark County, stop off at one of many wineries; or head to Moulton Falls to enjoy a scenic backdrop for a picnic.
• Perhaps, you are a hardcore mountain biker looking to get some fresh air, a fisherman who enjoys landing the perfect salmon, a hiker of lush forests, a birdwatcher looking for a red-tailed hawk, or seeking to snowshoe at Mt. Helens - Vancouver USA is the place for you!

Apply with your resume, at https://ccsww.org/careers/ . For additional questions, contact Karla Lacktorin, Regional Healthcare Recruiter, at karlal@ccsww.org or call 253-325-2864.

Note for Internal Candidates: reviews internal compensation and determines increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.

Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.

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