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Frontier Behavioral Health
Mental Health Clinician II - Intensive Dialectical Behavioral Program (IDBT) - Adolescents & Youth
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$44,235 / year median in Washington
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Mental Health Clinician II
- Intensive Dialectical Behavioral Program (IDBT)
- Adolescents & Youth Frontier Behavioral Health
- 2.9 Spokane, WA Job Details Full-time $30.91
- $36.
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 Intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program for Adolescents (IDBT-A) is a 6-12 month skill-based therapy program for adolescents who struggle with complex and pervasive emotion-based problems. The program offers education and treatment in regulating emotions, tolerating distress, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindful awareness. The IDBT Program includes the four components of comprehensiveDBT:
Individual therapy, skills training groups, time-limited phone coaching and DBT consultation team. The Adolescent program also includes skills training for family members and monthly family therapy. In this position, you will provide trauma-informed, person-centered, evidence-based therapy to clients served within an FBH outpatient program. Support the Behavioral Health Specialist as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide therapeutic interventions, implement recovery care plans, provide client education, advocate on behalf of clients and conduct risk assessments while measuring client progress toward established goals and objectives in virtual, office, or community-based settings.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include but are not limited to the following: 1. Provide episodic, trauma-informed, person-centered therapy utilizing evidence-based practices. 2. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices. 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. Facilitate and co-facilitate client treatment groups. 6. Represent the agency and its services to the community in a positive and professional manner. 7. Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings. 8. Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or reviews when required by contract. 9. Accept delegation and follow through with specific expanded assignments and responsibilities within FBH system such as quality improvements teams, task groups, committees, consultations, mentoring or training responsibilities. 10. Include the client's support network and applicable involved community partners in treatment and any applicable care coordination. 11. Coordinate with treatment team regarding treatment progress and discharge planning and operate as a member of multi-disciplinary team providing services in the community, virtually, and clinical setting in compliance with any treatment models. 12. Meet productivity standards in accordance with agency program guidelines. 13. Operate as a member of multi-disciplinary team and ensure services are provided in the community, virtually, and clinical setting in compliance with any treatment models. 14. May be assigned to supervise interns. 15. Maintain professional credentials, including continuing education as applicable. 16. Requires travel between various FBH work sites on a regular or daily basis. 17. Other duties as assigned.QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE
REQUIRED:
Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university. Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated- Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
PREFERRED
Two years of experience providing clinical behavioral health services.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of service delivery models including groups, skills training, brief/focused therapy, community-based intervention for children and/or adults with serious and persistent mental health diagnoses. Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services. Knowledge of and experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy modalities. Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, traumatic experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economic status.PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in office and in the community in such places such as client's residences, group homes, and/or various other community settings. Occasional to frequent travel between locations is required. Ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently and traverse outdoor environments is required. Some client residences may be cluttered and/or unclean. Daily use of computer is required. Required to carry mobile office equipment such as a laptop when on outreach visits. May be required to lift 10- 20 pounds. Blood-borne Pathogen Category III
- No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
PAY RANGE
( Hourly/ Non-Exempt): Mental Health Clinician IINo Licensure:
$30.91- $34.79 Mental Health Clinician III
Licensure:
$32.72- $36.82 All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay is as follows: Mental Health Clinician II
No Licensure:
$30.91 per hour Mental Health Clinician III
Licensure:
$32.72 per hour Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE
Paid Time Off- Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment! Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays! Sick Leave
- Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
BENEFITS
www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Retirement- We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match. Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance
- Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS:
www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks Signing Bonus! No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure. Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs. Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position. Free Employee Assistance Program Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane! Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based onFTE. PRN
positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans