Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Behavioral Health Counselor (Bachelor’s Level) – Child & Family Wraparound Services

Full-Time

Hiring Range: $26.89 - $33.61 Per Hour

Additional $2.00/Hour WISe Differential

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive and generous health, dental, and vision benefits
• Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days, and 9 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
• An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative

Join our team at Kitsap Mental Health Services as a Behavioral Health Counselor! In this role, you will be a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, providing clinical services and crisis intervention to children and families in the community. Utilize evidence-based practices and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure our clients' continuity and quality of care. Apply today and be a part of our mission to positively impact the lives of those we serve!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide effective and efficient clinical services to eligible children and families, utilizing evidence-based practice models such as STAY and RUBI.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records in a timely manner, including progress notes, safety plans, and cross-system care plans.
• Conduct outreach services to clients and their caregivers, ensuring accessibility to necessary resources and support.
• Collaborate with schools, social service agencies, and other providers to ensure holistic care and support for clients and families.
• Educate and advocate for clients' rights and preferences, consulting with families and community agencies as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention counseling and coordinate with Crisis Responders/crisis services when appropriate.
• Participate in team meetings and treatment planning review meetings, contributing to comprehensive care plans.
• Assist clients with substance use issues by providing information, coordinating treatment, and facilitating access to relevant resources.
• Facilitate therapeutic and recreational groups for youth and families enrolled in services.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health or Bachelor’s degree in related field.

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 3 years of job-related experience)

At least three years of experience in direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance, such experience gained under the supervision of a Mental Health Professional.

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and have reliable, insured transportation.

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Enrollment in continuing education in pursuit of a master’s level degree in social services related field.

EXPERIENCE: Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.

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.