Therapist - WISe Program

Position Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts clinical and psychosocial assessments to identify youth and family needs, inform treatment planning, and determine appropriate WISe interventions.
• Provides individual and family therapy using evidence-informed practices appropriate for children and adolescents.
• Participates in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to develop, implement, and update individualized care plans consistent with WISe standards.
• Facilitates safety planning and crisis stabilization services with youth and families to address acute needs and reduce risk of hospitalization.
• Delivers intensive in-home or community-based services to strengthen family functioning, build skills, and promote stability.
• Collaborates closely with WISe team members, including Youth Partners, Family Partners, and Care Coordinators, to align therapeutic strategies with CSCP (Cross-system Care plan) goals.
• Engages school systems, DCYF, juvenile justice partners, and medical providers to coordinate services and reduce barriers to care.
• Provides clinically informed guidance to the WISe team regarding treatment recommendations and youth needs.
• Monitors treatment progress and adjusts interventions based on response and evolving circumstances.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation consistent with WAC, RCW, WISe fidelity standards, and agency requirements.
• Completes service coding, billing documentation, and insurance requirements in alignment with program expectations.
• Upholds youth and family rights while delivering services that reflect cultural, linguistic, and developmental needs.
• Participates in required trainings and professional development to maintain competency and meet regulatory expectations.
• Participates in a rotation of holding the WISe support line phone and responding to after hours or weekend crisis calls
• Effectively collaborate with other WISe staff and system partners
• Demonstrate a high level of flexibility and accessibility in order to meet WISe principle of meeting families needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licensing

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work with a strong emphasis in the clinical/therapy treatment of individuals OR for internal candidates currently working at Renew: ***Internal candidates in an approved internship program, AND who are within 60 days of completing their approved degree program, as otherwise required may apply for consideration***
• Meets the definition of a Mental Health Professional under current WAC and RCW requirements.
• Two years of related experience in the direct treatment of individuals and families with emotional or behavioral disorders.
• Experience providing therapeutic services, including assessment, treatment planning, and counseling in home, school, or community settings.
• Experience responding to escalated or aggressive behaviors using least-restrictive interventions.
• Experience using electronic health records or similar documentation systems.

• Training and/or application in WISe practices and the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS).
• Training in Evidenced Based Practices for youth and families.
• Experience collaborating with schools, juvenile courts, or DCYF.
• Spanish Bilingual/Bicultural.
• Mental Health Specialist (see WAC and RCW) specific to children, geriatric, developmental disability and ethnic minorities.
• Experience working within community-based mental health or county/regional behavioral health systems.

• Washington State Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential: Licensure. Must maintain an active credential with the State of Washington.

• Valid Washington State Driver's License with proof of automobile insurance and acceptable driving abstract.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily performed in office, community, and field-based settings, including homes, schools, jails, and other community locations.
• May encounter individuals experiencing emotional distress, hostility, or aggressive behavior.
• May work in varied environmental conditions, including exposure to fluctuating temperatures and less-controlled environments when providing services off-site.
• May experience interruptions, moderate noise levels, and changing priorities in shared work environments.
• Duties require regular travel within the community, including driving in varying road and weather conditions; may also require transporting individuals when appropriate.

• Sit, stand, walk, and move between locations in community and field settings throughout the workday.
• Operate office equipment, including a computer, phone, and copier.
• May be required to lift, carry, or move items up to 20 pounds.
• Although not the primary focus of this position, Renew facilities provide clinical services so all positions may be exposed to potentially verbally and physically aggressive individuals and/or environments, as well as exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Grant County Health Insurance
• Washington Dental Service Dental Insurance Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• PERS or LEOFF Retirement
• Supplemental Retirement/Deferred Compensation
• Supplemental Life & AD&D, LTD Insurance