Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Forensic Programs Supervisor – FPATH/FHARPS

Hiring Range: $29.58 - $36.97 Per Hour

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well-being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Take the lead in transforming lives with Kitsap Mental Health Services as a Forensic Programs Supervisor for the FPATH (Forensic Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) and FHARPS (Forensic Housing and Recovery through Peer Services) programs. Work closely with Trueblood Class Members, supporting their journey to stable housing and improved mental health. Leverage your supervisory skills and commitment to equity to empower your team and clients in creating meaningful change.

As a Forensic Programs Supervisor, you’ll oversee a team of Care Managers, Housing Specialists, and Peer Support Specialists to deliver housing-first solutions and recovery-oriented care for clients navigating the justice system. By fostering client-centered strategies, you’ll ensure program fidelity, financial stewardship, and strong interagency collaborations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision, training, and support for the FPATH and FHARPS teams.
• Oversee case management services, housing coordination, and referrals to ensure timely and appropriate client care.
• Maintain program compliance with housing laws, financial policies, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with internal departments, landlords, and community agencies.
• Manage program resources, including housing subsidies, client vouchers, and flex funds, to maximize impact.
• Lead quality assurance reviews and assist with program development and staff evaluations.
• Maintain a small client caseload, providing direct services to support program goals.
• Facilitate day-to-day operations, ensuring timely delivery of services and crisis intervention as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field OR Four or more year’s relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field.
EXPERIENCE: Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, or substance abuse treatment. Two years supervisory experience preferred.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health, including health care reform and automation of job tasks using computer technology.
2. Maintain a working knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
3. Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices

SKILLS:

1. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
2. Communication - Communicates clearly and concisely.
3. Capacity to effectively manage a team.
4. Demonstrated experience providing direct service to individuals living in poverty with complex needs.
5. Ability to communicate quickly and effectively in high acuity situations.
6. Demonstrated experience working with partner agencies toward a shared goal.

Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to:

1. Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.
2. Assist in building positive working relationships with staff of all agency departments.
3. Work effectively through complex situations toward joint solutions.
4. Manage high acuity crisis situations and focus on least restrictive alternatives.
5. Manage fast paced work environment and shift priorities effectively.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.. Ability to safely and legally drive personal and team vehicle, must hold a valid WA State license for 1 year with clean driving record to use agency vehicles

Work Environment: Frequent mobility in the community and other settings. May also require standing or sitting for extended periods.

Mental/Physical Requirements:  While performing the job duties, the employee is required to walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen.  Peripheral vision is also required for this position.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.