Sea Mar Community Health Centers

Mental Health Therapist II, III, or Licensed

Program Services-Delivery - Everett, WA - Full Time

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization

Mental Health Therapist II, III or Licensed - Posting #26214

Hourly Range: $27.84 - $31.32 (Mental Health Therapist II or III)

Annual Salary: $71,384.77 (Licensed Mental Health Therapist)

Position Summary:

Sea Mar Behavioral Health’s diverse and quickly expanding program is seeking a full-time therapist for its Everett Behavioral Health Child and Family Services program. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) provides individual and group counseling, case management, crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, and treatment planning. In addition, he or she will provide referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary care physicians, and with other community agencies.

Our therapists must have the ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnoses. We are a growing team with wide-ranging experience, educational backgrounds and degrees. We work closely with our medical providers to establish a whole “health home” for our clients. This makes for a rich clinical environment that is supportive and invigorating. Our organization is dedicated to providing qualified mental health services, and we are looking for passionate professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of individuals in need.

We are a qualified site for both federal (FHP) and State (SHP) Health Corps loan repayment programs.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in psychology, counseling or social services field that includes psychological diagnostics
  • Meet Mental Health Professional (MHP) requirements as per Washington Administrative Code (WAC)
  • Obtain Basic Life Suport (BLS) CPR Certification within 90 days of hire and maintain current BLSCPR throughout employment
  • Must have received the COVID-19 vaccine, booster shots and maintain current with TB tests
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish/English preferred for all levels
Responsibilities for all Levels II, III, and Licensed:
  • Conduct diagnostic assessments and provide individual counseling
  • Offer crisis stabilization and suicide risk assessments and develop treatment plans
  • Lead therapy groups and make referrals for psychiatric services
  • Provide case management in coordination with the treatment team
  • Assist the Program Manger in program and policy development
  • Ensure compliance with WACs, RCWs and other administrative tasks as directed
Mental Health Therapist II
  • Up to 3 years of experience in the field
  • Perform all responsibilities outlined above
Mental Health Therapist III
  • 4 or more year of experience in the field
  • Perform all responsibilities outlined above
Licensed:
  • Possess a current/active Washington State LMHC, LMFT or LICSW license
  • Maintain current license throughout the duration of employment. Responsible for individual continuing education hours and licensing fees
  • Provide clinical supervision to other clinicians pursuing licensing requirements
  • Assist in conducting chart reviews and ensuring compliance with clinical contracts.

What We Offer:

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.

We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. 

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Gloria Johnston, Program Manager, at [email protected]. 

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted on 3/12/2024

External candidates are considered after 3/15/2024

This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html.

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