MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR

Job Details:

Job Location: Didgwalic Wellness Center - DWC - Anacortes, WA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, The didgwalic Wellness Center is seeking a dedicated, patient-focused Mental Health Counselor to join our integrated care clinic that combines primary care, behavioral health, and opiate treatment all in one place.

This is an excellent opportunity to be employed in an environment that believes in the holistic approach to healthcare and demonstrates a commitment to employee wellbeing by providing a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

At didgwalic Wellness Center, we prioritize the well-being of our patients and staff alike. We offer our employees an excellent total compensation package that includes some of the following. If this sounds like an opportunity you’re interested in exploring further, please apply today! Some of Our

Benefits

Include: Competitive base compensation and benefit package.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% employer matching 4+ weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) 13 paid holidays observed Great working hours for work-life balance Duties/Responsibilities: Works with a multidisciplinary treatment team consisting of Medical Providers, Clinical Director, Treatment Services Coordinator (if applicable), Substance Use Disorder Professionals, and Nurses to identify and meet the needs of the patient within the treatment planning process and to assist in their overall well-being.

Conducts intake assessment interviews, writes intake assessments, and diagnoses utilizing the mental health diagnostic manual, DSM 5. Conducts individual, family, or group therapy sessions for co-occurring disorders based on ethical and medical necessity guidelines.

Develops treatment plans for patients who are dually diagnosed at the clinics. Provides the appropriate documentation for service delivery, including treatment goals, crisis plans, and progress notes, in a timely manner. Develops and provides psycho-educational groups or ongoing therapy groups.

Participates in clinical supervision at least once per week with the Director of Behavioral Health. Guides clients in developing skills and strategies to deal with their problems. Acts as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Continues professional development and maintains all requirements to ensure that license/certification remains current and in good standing. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of mental dysfunctions, to provide counseling and guidance. Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment, understands the social and cultural context of the patients at the didgwalic Wellness Center.

Understands the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery. Understands and adheres to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2). Effective communication, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other related programs. Education and Experience: Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field. One+ years’ experience in mental health treatment, preferably working with dually diagnosed patients. WA LMHC/LMHCA/LMFT/LICSW or related license preferred.

Experience providing behavioral intervention with children and families in a mental health or social services setting. Demonstrated knowledge of child developmental stages and family dynamics. Experience conducting child assessments and family counseling sessions.

Proven experience in crisis intervention and managing high-stress situations involving youth.

Provide support and psychoeducation to parents and caregivers on behavioral interventions, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and techniques needed to manage behaviors and symptoms and to develop functional skills using behavioral approaches.

Organize, when appropriate, clinical group opportunities for children and youth to develop and practice the necessary coping skills they need to develop and manage their behaviors and symptoms. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at the time.