Mental Health Therapist II, III, or Licensed

About Sea Mar

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is a community‑based organization founded in 1978, committed to providing comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities. The organization specializes in service to Latinos in Washington State and serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay. Sea Mar’s network includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics, alongside nutritional, social, and educational services.

The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) works at the Everett Behavioral Health Adult Clinic. Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, case management, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, and treatment planning. The therapist coordinates with medication providers, primary care physicians, and community agencies, and may work evenings or outside the office on occasion.

The Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment planning, and group facilitation. Responsibilities also extend to working with CDMHP, inpatient facilities, ensuring proper protocols for hospitalization authorization, discharge planning, and supervising other clinicians. The therapist collaborates with the Program Manager and clinical supervisor for chart reviews and ensures compliance with WACs, RCWs, and clinical contracts.

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work from an accredited institution, with coursework in psychological diagnostics.
• Four or more years of clinical experience.
• Active, approved license from the Washington State Department of Health at all times and meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP).
• Maintain an active Washington State Mental Health Counselor License, Marriage and Family Therapist License, or Independent Clinical Social Worker License.

• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Complete TB test annually and at time of hire.

The Mental Health Therapist III provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment planning, and group facilitation. The role assists the Program Manager with program development, policy and procedure development, compliance with WACs and RCWs, and other administrative tasks as directed.

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics.
• Four or more years of experience and meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP).
• Active Washington State Mental Health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker).

• Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC.
• Maintain current TB test.
• Obtain and maintain BLS CPR as described.

Provides diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, case management, individual counseling, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, treatment planning, and group facilitation. Supports the Director with program, policy, and procedure development, compliance with WACs and RCWs, and other administrative tasks as directed.

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work with coursework in psychological diagnostics.
• Up to three (3) years of experience.
• Minority mental health therapist as required by WAC.
• Active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker). License may be pending for up to 60 days if applied for within 7 days of offer.

• Maintain current TB test.
• Obtain and maintain BLS CPR as described.

Sea Mar offers a dynamic and growing community health organization with opportunities for advancement. Full‑time employees working 30 hours or more receive a comprehensive benefit package:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life insurance, long‑term disability, and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• State and federal student loan repayment support
• 401(k) retirement options

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.