Therapist - YFS
The school-based Therapist is an experienced mental health clinician who is responsible for providing clinical counseling services to youth in a school setting.
This position provides clinical care and services including assessments, short and long-term therapy, case management, and crisis intervention.
School-based Therapists also provide outreach, education, and prevention services within the school and community.
This position serves to help students who may not be familiar with or have access to traditional mental health services and can assist youth in gaining the support they need.
Essential duties Clinical Services Provide evidence based and culturally responsive therapeutic interventions and services to youth and their families.
Administer mental health assessments, provide individual, family and group therapy sessions.
Provide crisis interventions to clients, as needed.
Maintain direct service hours at 60% of total weekly work hours.
Diagnoses mental health conditions in accordance with the most recently published DSM, as needed.
Provide clinical groups focused on a variety of topics.
Administrative Attend weekly/bi-weekly individual meetings with supervisor to review cases.
Participate in staff case consultations and department meetings.
Maintain awareness of other Friends of Youth departments and internal resources.
Improve knowledge about current best practices for various diagnoses and mental health concerns through research.
Maintain case records in an accurate and timely manner per all WAC, COA, Medicaid and King County requirements.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of school district policies related to crisis intervention, fire drills, etc.
Attend school meetings (i.
e.
, student of concern) as necessary.
Case Management and Outreach Provide case consultation, linkage to, advocacy, and coordination of services with collateral contacts for assigned clients.
Assist in outreach to communities, as needed.
Develops and maintains working knowledge of community resources.
Maintain positive relations with community referral sources.
Location Mt.
Si High School in Snoqualmie Valley School District OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We require:
A master's degree in human service feild Licensed with the State of Washington as an LICSW/LSWAIC, LMHC/A or LMFT/A.
Meet WAC 246-811-049 standards for a Washington State Approved Supervisor.
Minimum of 1 year working with children, youth, and/or families Ability to pass a criminal background check & TB test WA Driver's license with a safe driving record Proof of COVID vaccination Must be at least 21 years of age We offer:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees) Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth 403(b) retirement plan and matching Long-term disability insurance and life insurance Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program Friends of Youth is committed to equity and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment as an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome, honor, and celebrate our clients, colleagues, and communities' diverse identities and cultures.
For more information, email email protected .
PI227399751 Recommended Skills Administration Assessments Case Management Clinical Works Community Mental Health Services Consulting Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position provides clinical care and services including assessments, short and long-term therapy, case management, and crisis intervention.
School-based Therapists also provide outreach, education, and prevention services within the school and community.
This position serves to help students who may not be familiar with or have access to traditional mental health services and can assist youth in gaining the support they need.
Essential duties Clinical Services Provide evidence based and culturally responsive therapeutic interventions and services to youth and their families.
Administer mental health assessments, provide individual, family and group therapy sessions.
Provide crisis interventions to clients, as needed.
Maintain direct service hours at 60% of total weekly work hours.
Diagnoses mental health conditions in accordance with the most recently published DSM, as needed.
Provide clinical groups focused on a variety of topics.
Administrative Attend weekly/bi-weekly individual meetings with supervisor to review cases.
Participate in staff case consultations and department meetings.
Maintain awareness of other Friends of Youth departments and internal resources.
Improve knowledge about current best practices for various diagnoses and mental health concerns through research.
Maintain case records in an accurate and timely manner per all WAC, COA, Medicaid and King County requirements.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of school district policies related to crisis intervention, fire drills, etc.
Attend school meetings (i.
e.
, student of concern) as necessary.
Case Management and Outreach Provide case consultation, linkage to, advocacy, and coordination of services with collateral contacts for assigned clients.
Assist in outreach to communities, as needed.
Develops and maintains working knowledge of community resources.
Maintain positive relations with community referral sources.
Location Mt.
Si High School in Snoqualmie Valley School District OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We require:
A master's degree in human service feild Licensed with the State of Washington as an LICSW/LSWAIC, LMHC/A or LMFT/A.
Meet WAC 246-811-049 standards for a Washington State Approved Supervisor.
Minimum of 1 year working with children, youth, and/or families Ability to pass a criminal background check & TB test WA Driver's license with a safe driving record Proof of COVID vaccination Must be at least 21 years of age We offer:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees) Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth 403(b) retirement plan and matching Long-term disability insurance and life insurance Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program Friends of Youth is committed to equity and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment as an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome, honor, and celebrate our clients, colleagues, and communities' diverse identities and cultures.
For more information, email email protected .
PI227399751 Recommended Skills Administration Assessments Case Management Clinical Works Community Mental Health Services Consulting Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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