Clinician II

Compass Health is currently looking for a Mental Health Counselor / Clinician II for our Adult Outpatient program in Whatcom County. Our new Clinician will be provide a range of clinically indicated services, including but not limited to individual psychotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, and case management services for adults with behavioral health conditions and their families/natural supports. . This position is responsible for assessing client/family functioning and needs, and partnering with the client/family to develop an individually tailored care plan designed to address the client/families goals. This position may also provide clinical support to Interns as appropriate.

The team you will be joining

The Bellingham Adult Outpatient team is a close and inclusive bunch that work together to provide wellness, hope and recovery to our community while also having fun as a team. We are looking for someone to join our team that shares our passion and mission to the community. We are passionate about serving adults in Whatcom county with dignity and respect. We pride ourselves in providing quality care to this population while also caring for each other on the team.

What we can offer:

As the region's largest non-profit community behavioral healthcare organization, we have been serving our clients and our communities for over 110 years. Our commitment to care doesn't stop with our clients though, as we take pride in offering our employees the opportunity to work in a culture that promotes learning, growth, and advancement as well as a focus on employee satisfaction and work/life balance.

(benefits pro-rated for part time employees)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at NO COST to Full-time employees
• 16 days of paid vacation the first year
• 12 sick days with great wellness day
• 13 paid holidays - 11 regular and 2 that you choose
• Professional funds and paid education leave
• Up to 2% match for the 403B Retirement plan after the first year
• Automatic additional pay raises when you have your 1st & 3rd anniversary with Compass!
• And much, much more!!

What you will bring with you:

* MA/MS/MSW Degree in a Behavioral Science related field.

* Qualifies as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) as defined by WAC preferred.

* Meets educational and training requirements for designation as a Child Mental Health Specialist preferred.

* Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Evidence-Based Practices, or interest and ability to learn.

* Individuals who do not already hold a license or associate license through the Washington State Department of

Health must submit Agency

Affiliated Counselor application upon hire and be approved by the DOH.

* Valid Washington State Driver's License including vehicle and appropriate insurance, if applicable.

* Ability to work effectively with individuals with complex needs and multi-system involvement.

* Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.

* Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.

* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

* General computer proficiency, including the ability to utilize electronic medical record systems.

* Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, which may or may not include an additional search by DSHS.

The organization you will be a part of:

Compass Health is the region's largest private, non-profit organization providing mental health and chemical dependency services in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties of Western Washington. We provide quality creative services to children, families and adults in a variety of outpatient, residential and inpatient settings. We have been serving our clients and our communities for over 110 years, though our commitment to care doesn't stop with our clients as we take pride in offering our employees the opportunity to work in a culture that promotes learning, growth, and advancement. We maintain a focus on employee satisfaction and work/life balance, which includes competitive compensation and benefits programs. Please visit our website for more information: www.compasshealth.org.

Compass Health promotes equal treatment and equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual minority status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification

POSITION SUMMARY

Job Title: Clinician II

Program: 205-21280 -Mental Health 2

Location: Bellingham

Hours: 30-32 hours per week

Wage: $29.15-$43.60/hr DOE

*** Licensed Scale - $30.93-$45.90/hr DOE

KEYWORDS: Mental Health Counselor, Mental Health Therapist, Therapist, Counselor, Trauma Specialist, LMHC / LMHCA, LMFT / LMFTA, MSW / LICSW / LSWAIC, LMFT / LMFTA Supervision, LMHC / LMHCA Supervision