About this role
You Belong Here.
At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day
Position Summary
The Mental Health Therapist is a vital role at MultiCare, responsible for the delivery of clinical counseling and case management services. From patient advocacy to therapeutic interventions, this position will offer you dynamic engagements in your daily work functions.Responsibilities
You will provide person-centered counseling, advocacy and case management for patients
You will develop treatment plans which clearly identify the patient’s voice, treatment strategies, and specific outcome measures
You will meet agency documentation standards
You will meet authorization requirements of contracts
You will strategically tailor effective clinical/case management services to meet diverse patient needs
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health related field required; Master's degree preferred
Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered or within 30 days and obtain within 90 days of hire unless a higher credential is held: Counselor Agency Affiliated Certified, Counselor Agency Affiliated Licensed, Mental Health Counselor Assoc (LMHCA), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Marriage & Family Therap Assoc (LMFTA), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), SW Associate Advanced License (LSWAA), SW Advanced Lic (LASW), SW Assoc Independent Clinical Lic (LSWAIC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW)
Drivers License/Abstract
Previous experience providing mental health counseling services preferred
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $30.10 - $43.32 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Other facts
About MultiCare Health System
MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital.
Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington.
Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 13 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve.
Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.
What you'll do
- The Mental Health Therapist will provide person-centered counseling, advocacy, and case management for patients. They will develop treatment plans and tailor clinical services to meet diverse patient needs.
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