Mental Health Therapist - BHS in Yakima, Washington at Behavioral Health Services

Join our team as a Mental Health Worker III at Behavioral Health Services in Yakima, WA!

Are you an experienced therapist who enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team? Does your passion and background involve working with children and families? Do you want to provide support for an underserved population? If any of this sounds like you, we have an excellent opportunity for you as a Mental Health Therapist in Yakima, WA!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

What We Offer:

• MHW III salary $92,602.00

• $6,000 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:

  • At Hire: $1,800.00

  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,400.00

  • At 12 months: $1,800.00

• Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

• Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

• 100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine

• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do:

• Complete the Integrated Biopsychosocial Assessment and complete intake sessions with clients

• Formulate a mental health diagnosis by the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders V (DSM V) standards

• Develop an initial treatment plan, incorporating standard practice guidelines for each diagnosis

• Review and update the treatment plan with the client and others involved in the individual’s care as appropriate. Measures change and adjusts treatment as needed

• Document assessments and care provided in the client’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and complete all documentation as required

• Complete encounters and associated documentation according to YVFWC requirements and coding and billing rules

• Respond to crisis situations with assigned individuals, assess urgency of individual’s needs and help obtain appropriate services as needed

• Assist individuals and families in obtaining additional mental health services and other social resources as needed. Document all referrals made to YVFWC case manager or other resources

• Work with individuals to transition and maintain a presence in a community setting after psychiatric hospitalizations

• Present mental health findings in verbal or written format to appropriate professionals. Provides case presentations for peer review

• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements

• Perform other duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For:

• A licensed therapist who has direct experience treating children or adolescents

• A team-focused individual who can engage with all levels of an interdisciplinary team

• A therapist who can handle complex, multi-service treatment plans that may require expertise in evidence-based practices

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire

• Knowledge of Federal, State and County social services regulations and systems

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred but not required

• This position is eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 10 is achieved

Mental Health Worker III Requirements

Preferred Experience: Two years’ experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance that was gained under the supervision of a mental health professional preferred. One year’s full-time experience in the treatment of children under the supervision of a children’s mental health specialist preferred.

Licenses/Registration: One of the following licenses is acceptable for this position (must apply for within one week of hire if license is not current):

• Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced (LSWAA)

• Licensed Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC)

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA)

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA)

• Agency Affiliated Counselor (this can only be applied for and completed after hire)

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.