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.
Yakima, WA Job Details Full-time $23.43 - $38.75 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Loan assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Up To $5,000 Sign-On Bonus - A hiring bonus of up to $5,000 will be paid in equal installments each pay period over a 12-month period, beginning after the completion of the first month of employment. Who is Comprehensive Healthcare? Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services. What are we looking for in a Substance Use Disorder Professional? Substance Use Disorder Professionals work with individuals who are experiencing addiction or are at risk of addiction to provide evidence-based interventions as part of an integrated treatment model. Substance Use Disorder Professionals also collaborate with other clinicians and each client to develop treatment plans and assist with care coordination. This position emphasizes harm reduction and attaining progress toward each individual's recovery goals. To be successful in this role, the Substance Use Disorder Professional will need to stay current on trends and developments in the substance use and addiction field. It is also important to be able to establish rapport quickly, motivate others, and keep a positive attitude in the midst of challenges. The schedule for this position is TBD. Substance Use Disorder Professional duties may include: completing substance use assessments collaborating with each client to develop an individualized treatment plan providing supportive counseling and case management to clients & their families facilitating behavioral health treatment and educational groups that focus on recovery barriers, skill-building, motivation, and harm reduction assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated providing progress reports and completion notices to the courts, probation departments, and referral sources as appropriate completing all documentation in a respectful, client-centered manner
Qualifications:
Associate's degree or certificate in addictions or chemical dependency studies Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) certification in Washington Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to
WAC 388-113-0020
through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to
RCW 49.44.240
for information on pre-employment drug screening. What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You Training and Development A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs Innovative Program & Services A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services Excellent Benefits Competitive salaries within our communities and industry Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies Access to Employee Assistance Program services Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation Agency-funded life and disability insurance program Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.
