Mental Health Therapist II, III, or Licensed

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Mental Health Therapist II, III or Licensed -u00a0Posting #27464 Hourly Range: $30.00 - $33.23 (Mental Health Therapist II or III) Hourly Range: $36.41 (Licensed Mental Health Therapist) Position Summary: Sea Mar Behavioral Healthu2019s diverse and quickly expanding program is seeking a full-time therapist for its Behavioral Health program, Community Services Northwest, in Vancouver, WA. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) provides individual and group counseling, case management, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, and treatment planning. In addition, he or she will provide referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary care physicians, and with other community agencies. Our therapists must have the ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnoses. Must be willing to work some later hours (after 5pm) and providing services may require occasionally meeting with the client outside of the office and in the community. We are a growing team with wide-ranging experience, educational backgrounds and degrees. We work closely with our medical providers to establish a whole u201chealth homeu201d for our clients. This makes for a rich clinical environment that is supportive and invigorating.u00a0 u00a0 Licensed Mental Health Therapist: This individual provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, and case management in coordination with other teams or parties involved in treatment.u00a0 The Licensed Mental Health Therapist is responsible for providing care to chronically ill patients, patients who are part of the Intensive outpatient program, or patients who are considered high utilizers. The Licensed Mental Health Therapist is responsible for working with CDMHPu2019s, inpatient facilities, including Western State Hospital, and ensuring proper protocols are followed for hospitalization authorization and during discharge planning. In addition, the Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups.u00a0 The Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides therapy to managed care patients that are pre-authorized to receive mental health treatment.u00a0 The Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides clinical supervision to other clinicians who are perusing the Licensing requirements. The Licensed Mental Health Therapist assists the Program Manager and clinical supervisor to conduct clinical chart reviews. In addition, this person supports the agency efforts to ensure compliance with WACs, RCWs, and clinical contracts.u00a0 Education and/or Experience for a Licensed Therapist: + Must hold a Masteru2019s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics. + Four or more years of clinical experience in the field. + Responsible for his/her individual continuing education hours and licensing fees. The Licensed Mental Health provider must possess an active, approved license from the Washington State Department of Health at all times. Must meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP). + Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Mental Health Counselor License, Marriage and Family Therapist License, or Independent Clinical Social Worker License. Additional Requirements: + This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment. + Must take a TB test annually and at time of hire. Mental Health Therapist III: The Mental Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management in coordination with other teams or parties involved in treatment.u00a0 In addition, the Mental Health Therapist provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups.u00a0 Assistance to the Program Manager in program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACs and RCWs, and other administrative tasks performed are as directed.u00a0 Education and/or Experience for MHT III: + Must hold a Masteru2019s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics.u00a0 + Four or more yearsu2019 experience in the field. Must meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP). Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending for up to 60 days if applied for within 7 days of being offered employment) or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker). Additional Requirements: + Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. + Must have and maintain a current TB test + This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment. Mental Health Therapist II: The Mental Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management in coordination with other teams or parties involved in treatment.u00a0 In addition, the Mental Health Therapist provides individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment and treatment plans, and leads groups.u00a0 Assistance to the Director in program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACS and RCWS, and other administrative tasks performed are as directed .u00a0 Education and/or Experience for MHT II: + Must hold a Masteru2019s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics.u00a0 + Up to three (3) yearsu2019 experience in the field. + Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC. + Must meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP). Must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending for up to 60 days if applied for within 7 days of being offered employment) or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker). Additional Requirements: + Must have and maintain a current TB test. + This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment. What We Offer: Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, itu2019s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Prescription coverage + Life Insurance + Long Term Disability + EAP (Employee Assistance Program) + Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.u00a0 How to Apply: To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Effie Alexander, Program Manager, at.u00a0 Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted on 04/22/2025 External candidates are considered after 04/25/2025 This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). Please visit our website to learn more about us at u00a0You may also apply through our Career page at Powered by JazzHR

Created: 2025-12-05