Mental Health Clinician II - Trueblood Housing - Emergency/Transitional Team

About the role

Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.

As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

Why Choose Frontier Behavioral Health?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.
• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Emergency/Transitional Team serves as on-site support staff where they will support Trueblood class members-individuals with behavioral health needs involved in the criminal justice system-who are eligible for emergency and transitional housing with the goal of obtaining permanent supportive housing.

The Emergency/Transitional Team will provide

• On-site support to residents, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment,
• Intensive case management to TBCMs residing in emergency or transitioning housing.
• Develop and implement individualized service plans focused on housing stability, behavioral health, and community reintegration.
• Coordinate access to mental health, substance use, medical and social services.
• Support clients in navigating legal obligations, including court appearances and compliance with diversion programs.
• Collaborate with peer support specialists, health care providers, and employment coaches.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Focus on assisting and supporting Trueblood Class Members to maintain their housing and obtain the next appropriate level of housing.
• Create or further develop recovery plans and on-going support to promote progress in care.
• Provision crisis and hospital diversion services to individuals at high risk.
• Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments to determine a level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others.
• Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate.
• Assist with obtaining SOAR services.
• Provide evaluation and treatment for patients who have behavioral health concerns.
• Assist and complete care plans and provide assessments and referrals for outpatient or inpatient treatment.
• Provide consultation, training, and education to staff regarding behavioral health issues as assigned by supervisor.
• Facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources, including Stabilization and/or E&T admission.
• Provide 1:1 therapy/group services as appropriate
• Identify and include the client's support network in care coordination
• Assist clients in identifying and accessing resources which will meet their needs.
• Coordinate and collaborate with community resources on behalf of clients.
• Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
• Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university.
• Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated - Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver's license, active car insurance and must be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.

Preferred

• Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations
• Experience in the criminal justice system.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied, backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economical status.

Physical, Sensory & Environmental

• This position provides client services in community settings on a daily basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.
• Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.
• Daily travel between locations is required.
• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.
• Daily use of a computer is required.
• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt)

• Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 - $38.79
• Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 - $41.06

All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:

• Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 per hour.
• Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 per hour.

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Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

We Believe in Work Life Balance

• Paid Time Off - Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
• Sick Leave - Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Retirement - We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance - Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

Perks

• Signing Bonus!
• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold.5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.