Child and Family Counselor

Job DetailsJob Location: Richland, WA 99354Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeSalary Range: $25.50 - $29.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayPosition Summary:

Provides clinical mental health services to children and families in an outpatient community mental health clinic, client homes, or community-based locations such as schools. Responsibilities include case management and assisting with mental health treatment services such as intakes, diagnosis, and therapy under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed supervisor.

Responsibilities

Provide culturally sensitive treatment to children, families, and adults using Evidence Based Practices
Complete required documentation within the identified timeframes
Assist in the development of clinical treatment plans which focus on client strengths, culture, needs, and goals within the briefest time frame for successful achievement.
Maintain encounters/productivity of 60% of reportable/billable services
Participate in ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement to ensure that services provided demonstrate best practice standards and meet all contractual requirements
Actively participate in individual and group supervision, clinical staff meetings, and other multi-disciplinary meetings
Staff cases which require specialist consultations and psychiatric consultation as required
Coordinate client treatment with schools, physicians, and other community resources and make referrals to community services whenever necessary
Observe confidentiality in all related program functions with staff and families
Establish and maintain working relationships with other community mental health providers, primary care, and other referral sources
Provide routine services and on-call coverage outside of standard business hours if required by assigned program or team
Perform other duties as assigned

QualificationsJob Requirements

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the physical requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements

Physical Requirements

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time. Position also requires ability to drive with adequate vision.

Non-Physical Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a social science and currently enrolled in a master’s degree in an accredited program in social work, counseling, marriage & family therapy or closely related field required

Experience

Prior experience working with children, families, and adults in a professional outpatient setting preferred

Special Skills

Operate from a strengths-based perspective
Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge
Possess good verbal and written communication skills and excellent documentation skills
Ability to provide service in a culturally sensitive manner
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Ability to work in a collaborative manner with referral sources
Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner within the community
Bilingual English & Spanish preferred

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (RAAC) or Certified Agency Affiliated Counselor (CAAC) credential with Washington State Department of Health
Valid Washington State driver’s license and agency minimum required liability insurance for WA State
Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities’ liability insurance provider

Employment is conditional upon

Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday business hours; must work 2 nights until 7:00pm
Wage Range: $25.50 - $29.50 per hour, depending on experience and credentials

Benefits

13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.