Mental Health Clinician II - Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT

Mental Health Clinician II

Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.

If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.
• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) is an intensive, community-based multidisciplinary treatment team that provides person-centered care to a shared caseload of adults whose needs are not able to be met through traditional outpatient services. The team provides case management, individual and group therapy, initial and ongoing assessments; employment and housing assistance, family support and education, substance use services, and other services and supports critical to an individual's ability to live successfully in the community.

The PACT team participates in rotating weekend shifts to provide coverage for our clients during non-business days. If a weekend shift is worked by a PACT employee, the PACT employee will be able to take a different day off that same week.

The Mental Health Clinician II will provides services that include but are not limited to engagement, supportive listening, psychoeducation, skill building, crisis assessment, prevention and intervention, resource education, develop and implement treatment plans, coordinate, and assist client with obtaining services while measuring client progress toward established goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• When required by the outpatient program, MHC IIs who hold a credential (i.e., L-AAC, LMHCA, LMFTA, LICSWA) eligible to be a Mental Health Professionals will provide initial intake assessments for persons seeking services at FBH to determine individual meets medical necessity and eligibility for FBH outpatient services.
• Involves comprehensive assessments, preliminary diagnoses, and treatment recommendations for both youth and adults.
• Involves completing Consent to Release Confidential Information with the client and guardians, when appropriate, for any current and past behavioral health treatment, involved allied service provider, and natural supports.
• Intakes should be completed concurrently with the client.
• Accurately determine the program assignment for individuals who are enrolled.
• Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed, including facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care.
• Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner.
• Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and daily clinical staff meetings.
• Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or review when required by contract.
• Participate in weekend and holiday coverage shifts as needed.
• Accept delegation and follow through with specific…