Mental Health Worker III/IV

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Job description

Job Brief

Mental Health Worker III/IV Yakima, WA

Employment duration:
Full time
Exempt Status:
Exempt
Offer Relocation?:
Yes
ID:
13828

Join our team as a Mental Health Worker III/IV at Children's Village in Yakima, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job - we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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.

What We Offer

$5,000 sign-on bonus in first paycheck and $1,000 bonus at 12 months of employment.
Mental Health Worker III salary $85,000; Mental Health Worker IV salary $100,000 (we will hire either level III or level IV depending on the qualifications of the person hired).

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.
Relocation allowance is available.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties

Completes encounters and associated documentation, including coding and billing.
Presents case studies and reports to funding sources or as requested by outside organizations.
Measures change and adjusts treatment as needed, using appropriate screening tools.
Provides cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals, families, groups or communities as assigned. Integrates cognitive behavioral interventions in multiple settings.
Enters documentation into the electronic medical record (EMR).
Responds to crisis situations, assessing urgency of patient's needs, provides care, and obtains appropriate services as needed.
Assists patients and their families in obtaining additional services and other resources as needed. Documents all referrals made to other resources.
As assigned, participates in various community meetings and serves as a liaison to numerous community agencies and organizations, including school districts, hospitals, law enforcement, Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) staff, and tribal authorities.
Presents mental health/behavioral health findings and recommendations in verbal or written format to appropriate professionals either upon request or as part of a regular case presentation for peer review or clinical meeting.
Leads staff training sessions on new therapeutic techniques and practices. Provides training and education on clinical topics to team members, staff and the community, as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We will hire either level III or level IV depending on the qualifications of the person hired:

Mental Health Worker III Requirements

Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
Experience Preferred: Two years of experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance that was gained under the supervision of a mental health professional. One year's full-time experience in the treatment of children under the supervision of a children's mental health specialist.
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): Washington State
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
Certified Counselor (CL) (CHS Only)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire.

Mental Health Worker IV Requirements

Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field.
Experience: Two years' experience postgraduate/master's experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance; such experience must have been gained under the supervision of a mental health professional. Washington State designation as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) may be substituted for this experience requirement. One year's full-time experience in the treatment of children under the supervision of a children's mental health specialist.
Licenses/Certificates/Registration: One of the following licenses is required for this position (must apply for within one week of hire if the license is not current): Washington State:
Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification obtained within 45 days of hire.

Additional Requirements: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

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