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Under clinical supervision of a Licensed Therapist, the part-time mental health therapist or intern provides mental health assessments, and direct mental health services including individual, group, and family therapy as well as case management services to a diverse population of children, youth, and adults in Skamania County in order to maintain people in the community and or least restrictive setting and reduce the need for psychiatric hospitalization.

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Provides individual, group, and family therapy to Skamania County residents.

Provides Mental Health Assessments and intakes according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and implements appropriate treatment recommendations.

Formulates case management, consultative, and referral services.

Implements involuntary mental health treatment procedures.

Provides crisis and ITA evaluations on an on-call basis.

Actively participates in joint case planning and coordination with multi-disciplinary team and agency therapists and psychiatrist including DSHS and SSI evaluations.

Attends weekly supervision and team meetings as requested.

Provides testimony in court as required.

Responsible for maintenance and timeliness of all records, progress notes, and other required documentation.

Adheres to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing the provision of confidential services.

[KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES]{.underline}

Knowledge of Evidenced Based theories, principles, and practices of the evaluation and treatment of persons exhibiting social, emotional, and/or behavioral difficulties.

Knowledge of DSM treatment manual.

Knowledge of case management/community support criteria and the ability to produce and maintain accurate and consistent records of each case.

Proficient use of standard office equipment including computers, copiers, fax machines as well as current computer software including Excel and Word.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and working knowledge of HIPAA regulations as it pertains to mental health records.

Ability to accurately diagnose, according to the DSM, and to prepare and implement effective treatment plans and updates.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and the public.

Ability to manage conflict.

[EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE]{.underline}

Master's degree in social work, psychology, or other related field, plus one year of clinical experience required or be an enrolled student in a master's program at an accredited college and in a practicum placement with Community Health.  Must be registered as an agency affiliated counselor, or an associate, working toward licensure, in the State of Washington, to perform Mental Health Therapist duties.  Must obtain Washington state licensure within three years of employment.

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Possession of a valid, active, and unrestricted license to practice in Washington State as appropriate for position and maintain such throughout employment.

Possession of a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment and have a driving record that meets the County standards.

Pass a criminal background check, as required by Washington State Law, for the profession and maintain eligibility to practice.

Pass jail clearance to provide services in jail.

Obtain additional licenses and/or certifications as required by the position.

[WORKING CONDITIONS]{.underline}

Work is performed primarily in an office environment.  On-call status is required for emergency situations.  Due to the nature of the work, potential hazards exist when dealing with clients. 

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