Mental Health Therapist/Counselor/Mental Health Counselor

LOCATION: Colville Confederated Tribes, Washington State

NO BARRIERS! If you have or are eligible for a current unrestricted license to practice in any U.S. State or jurisdiction there is no need to obtain a Washington license! You can use your license on the reservation.

Possible low-cost professional housing available upon application. Highly Competitive Salary!

If you have a passion for working in a very challenging yet rewarding environment with a highly diverse population, consider a role as a clinical professional serving in a Native American community. Nestled among lakes, rivers, and forests, Nespelem, Omak, Inchelium, and Keller, Washington enjoy over 300 days of sunshine annually, averaging just 13 inches of rain per year. Residents also delight in an abundance of water and forest recreation activities that include boating, fishing, camping, hiking, hunting and more. These small communities enjoy all four seasons with comfortable summers and breathtaking winter months.

Our small but growing population offers standard services with little traffic. We are just a short drive away from other small towns and just hours away from the Seattle, Spokane, and Portland metropolitan areas, as well as excellent skiing, golfing, and resorts/casinos! Salary, relocation, and housing arrangement negotiable. Loan repayment available.

This is an Exempt position; the incumbent of this position is responsible for the delivery of a broad range of Mental Health Services to the community. Services may include: Mental Health Assessments, intake appointments, diagnosis of psychiatric disorders, individual, family and group counseling, treatment planning, case management, crisis triage and follow-up counseling. The incumbent chosen will provide services in a manner consistent with the Behavioral Health Program’s mission and philosophy; clinical and ethical best practices and standards; private and public managed care reimbursement system requirements; Local, State, Indian Health Services, and Federal regulations; Tribal Governance regulations; and various independent contract requirements that may be applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training:

• Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Therapy, Counseling Psychology, Professional Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy or closely related degree from a regionally accredited college or university and by an accrediting body which meets any U.S. State or jurisdiction licensing requirements for a professional mental health counselor or therapist.
• Requires a valid State Driver’s License and eligibility for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance and to maintain same throughout employment.
• Requires current unrestricted licensure at the independent level as a clinical mental health therapist in any U.S. State or jurisdiction. Acceptable independent licensures include Licensed Independent or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, etc.
• Requires the possession of a Fist Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90-days of employment.
• Requires completion the HIV/AIDS and blood borne pathogens training within six-months of employment. Requires verification of TB test or X-ray with negative results, prior to employment.
• Requires copies of diplomas, transcripts, licensures, or registrations that pertain to the position applied for to be included with the application.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires knowledge or willingness of obtain knowledge of local Tribal Culture, Traditions, and practices.
• Requires knowledge of diversity in rural America and specifically on Indian reservations.
• Requires knowledge of analyzing and applying effective conflict resolution.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Requires strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Requires a knowledge of and commitment to adhere to the professional code of ethics for respective profession.
• Requires work experience demonstrating experience developing, maintaining positive, fair, and professional relationships with co-workers/peers, subordinates, supervisors, collaborative partners, and government agencies.
• Requires knowledge of Tribal, State, and Federal standards and licensure requirements.
• Requires skill in the use of computers and associated software (Electronic Health Records and Microsoft Office) as it relates to the duties of the position.
• Requires prior work experience in confidential health services and a commitment to confidentiality of all records, materials, and communications concerning patients, other program staff and professionals or other areas that may impact the operation of the program.
• Applicant must demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the essential principles and evidence-based practice of clinical mental health therapy.
• Requires the ability to analyze and apply effective conflict resolution.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, outside entities, and the general public.
• Requires the ability to work with s team that will provide intervention/prevention counseling services in crisis situations and suicide attempts as well as outreach to families of suicide completions.
• Requires the ability to work under tense, demanding, and sometimes critical situations.
• Requires strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Requires the ability to function in indoors and outside environments, engaged in work of a predominately sedentary nature.
• Requires sufficient physical ability to move to work locations.
• Requires the ability to grasp, reach, push, and pull and move light weight work materials and supplies.
• Requires sufficient arm, hand, finger dexterity to use a personal computer keyboard, multimedia, and other office equipment.
• Requires sufficient hearing and speaking skills to project voice and communicate with staff and others in small group settings and in one-on-one conversations.
• Requires sufficient visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens, observe clients and moving objects and events.
• Requires the ability to work flexible and on-call hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as work dictates.

Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,701.00 - $84,729.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Independent Mental Health Professional License in ANY State (Required)

Work Location: In person

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