JOB TITLE:

Mental Health Therapist

DEPARTMENT:

Health & Human Services – Behavioral Health

SUPERVISOR:

Clinical Supervisor

SALARY:

$45.45 – $54.50 DOE

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides client-centered, strengths-based, and culturally responsive therapeutic services to individuals, families, and groups in a clinical setting. Conducts evaluations, diagnostics, therapy, and crisis intervention using evidence-based practices, with a focus on co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders, including addiction, mental illness, and trauma-informed care. Supports clients in their recovery journey by facilitating engagement in behavioral health services. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission, vision, and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and the HHS department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides comprehensive assessment of clients using a variety of instruments to determine the diagnosis, treatment motivation, relapse potential, physical health, mental health, environment, and vocational situation.
  • Counsels clients in a group or individual setting on the effects of drugs and alcohol and special health considerations such as pregnancy, mental health conditions, or chronic health issues like diabetes or high blood pressure and the emotional/cognitive complications that may arise.
  • Develops appropriate individualized treatment plans to address the client’s mental health and substance use issues, coping strategies, and recovery needs; educates families, friends, or other caregivers on how to help addicts stay on track.
  • Incorporates traditional cultural approaches as needed to aid in therapy and recovery.
  • Adheres to established DSM guidelines and ASAM protocols.
  • Works with other community services and resources in obtaining and providing continuous care in an individualized recovery plan for clients.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or closely related field, required.
  • Licensed to provide mental health services (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD) in Washington state, required.
  • Three years of experience serving as a mental health counselor, required.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Two years of experience providing behavioral health services to youth, preferred.
  • Certified as a substance use disorder professional (SUDP) in Washington state, with two years of experience, preferred.

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