Family Education Specialist - Des Moines, WA

SIGNING BONUS $3000/$5000 · Master's level: $ $34.93 · Full Licensed $ $39.95 · About Us: · As a non-profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient ca ...

Job description

SIGNING BONUS $3000/$5000

Master's level: $ $34.93

Full Licensed $ $39.95

About Us:

As a non-profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day

Role Overview:

Function as a member of the New Journeys team. Family Education Specialist are recovery-oriented, and they help families identify and develop recovery goals, learn about psychosis and skills for managing it, develop coping skills for stressful situations and persistent symptoms, and address challenges related to achieving their recovery goals. This position carries out the activities and processes outlined in the NAVIGATE manual for this position and provides cognitive behavioral therapy or other treatments as needed by the families and individual program participants. Clinical services will be provided to families and participants in and out of the office setting by utilizing communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes. This role also provides case management duties as determined by exploration or identification through team meetings, collaboration or supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging clients and their supports in a professional manner with a trauma informed approach.
• Establish and maintain contact with clients in helping them actively participate or transition to more appropriate services, depending on their level of involvement and progress within New Journeys.
• Providing and maintaining boundaries to help clients and their support in working toward recovery.
• Provide all services with respect for cultural diversity and in the least intrusive way possible.
• Attend and participate in treatment planning for all New Journeys clients.
• With manager and clinical supervisor, establish ongoing professional development goals; acquire new skills and knowledge through training and other means.
• Attend agency and program training to meet required annual standards for WAC and professional affiliations, including required in-service training and meetings.
• Manage the paperwork of assigned caseload as determined by agency policy.
• Document all client contacts and provision for services in a timely manner.
• Keep client records in compliance with WAC, Medicaid, Medicare, and the New Journeys contract.
• Ability to provide transportation and help navigate clients with various systems confidently.

What We're Looking For:

• Master's degree in behavioral sciences.
• Obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor registration within the first week of hire.
• Pass required background checks.
• Current driver's license and automotive insurance.
• Ability to transport clients.
• Ability to work independently.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
• $450/year for training/professional development
• Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
• Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you

Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board

Schedule:

For a Family Education Specialist at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.