Mental Health Worker - Children's Village

Mental Health Worker - Children's Village

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Job Brief

Mental Health Worker - Children's Village, Yakima, WA.
Employment duration:
Full time
Exempt Status:
Exempt
Offer Relocation?:
Yes

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 at Children's Village in Yakima, WA
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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.

• Mental Health Worker III
  • $89,687.50 yearly compensation
  • Hiring Bonus Structure:
    • At Hire: $1,440.00
    • At 180 days (6 months): $1,920.00
    • At 12 months: $1,440.00
  • Bonus will be pro‑rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
• Mental Health Worker IV
  • $ yearly compensation
  • Hiring Bonus Structure:
    • At Hire: $1,680.00
    • At 180 days (6 months): $2,240.00
    • At 12 months: $1,680.00
  • Bonus will be pro‑rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

• 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!
• Relocation allowance is available!

• Complete the Integrated Biopsychosocial Assessment and intake sessions with clients.
• Formulate a mental health diagnosis by 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 other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Document assessments and care provided in the client’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and complete all required documentation.
• Complete encounters and associated documentation according to YVFWC requirements, coding, and billing rules.
• Respond to crisis situations with assigned individuals, assess urgency, and obtain appropriate services.
• Assist individuals and families in obtaining additional mental health services and other social resources.
• Work with individuals to transition and maintain presence in community settings after psychiatric hospitalizations.
• Present mental health findings in verbal or written format to appropriate professionals. Provide case presentations for peer review.
• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with TJC, HRSA, and YVFWC requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A licensed therapist with 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 requiring evidence‑based practices.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred but not required.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire.

• Preferred Experience:
  
  Two years’ experience in direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance under supervision of a mental health professional; one year’s full‑time experience treating children under supervision of a child’s mental health specialist preferred.
• Licenses/Registration:
  One of the following licenses acceptable (must apply within one week of hire if 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…