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Mental Health Therapist - Longview Washington
Company: Educational Service District 112
Location: Longview, Washington
Posted On: 05/09/2024
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Quest Academy - Longview WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202402286
Department: ESA & SPECIALIZED SERVICES
Program: QUEST ACADEMY DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM
Opening Date: 04/08/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and For any questions, contact hr.dept@esd112.org.
General Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Director, the Mental Health Therapist works as part of the treatment team to provide direct counseling and therapeutic support to students.
Salary:
The full range for this position is:
Mental Health Therapist I $33.73 - $41.03 per hour.
Mental Health Therapist II (requires full state licensure): $36.76 - $44.73 per hour.
Offers are made at the entry level of the range.
Assignment:
We are recruiting for a Mental Health Therapist to serve Quest Academy in Longview, WA for the 2024-2025 school year. The position will be 8 hours per day, 200 days per year.
A complete application will include: Work history going back 10 years (if applicable) At least three professional reference's contact information A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application Evidence of a Master's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma) Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Functions: Work with students and their guardians in the development of an individual support plan which is strength based, measurable, and assists students in meeting their goals. Provide individual, family and group counseling, provide care coordination services as indicated for students in accordance with the individual support plan and evaluation recommendations. Work in an environment with students with mental health challenges including but not limited to self-injurious behaviors. Assess for need and submit referrals as clinically indicated for students on caseload. Administer and assess evidence-based measurement tools to track student improvement, success and readiness for service conclusion. Maintain complete and timely documentation as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. Support and implement ESD 112 agency policies and procedures. Actively participate as a member of multidisciplinary team including but not limited to guardians and other natural supports, IEP teams, school and district staff, community treatment team members, and other team members as indicated. Provide consultation, education and training for staff as directed by the program director or supervisor. Other Functions: Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for students. Participate in staff and team meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars. Maintain knowledge of best practices in the mental health field. Support extracurricular activities. Teach group lessons on social skills and conflict resolution. Coordinate and manage student 504 Plans. Other duties as assigned, which may include: - Teach group lessons on social skills and conflict resolution.
- Coordinate and manage student 504 plans.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications: - Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology.
- Experience working with social/emotional at-risk youth.
- Experience with social/emotional support or therapy.
- Hold or ability to obtain a unrestricted Washington license (LMHC, LMFT, or LICSW). Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience and understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), including multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
- Experience working in a school setting.
- Experience working with Special Education students and/or programs.
- Familiar with Washington mental health agencies and resources.
- Bilingual.
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: - Travel throughout ESD 112 region.
- Variety of settings including students' homes, office and school environment.
- Extended or flexible hours as necessary. Employment Requirements - ESD job offer is contingent upon satisfying the following:
- Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the WA state patrol and FBI.
Educational Service District 112 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 20 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.
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Do you have a Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology? - Yes
- No
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Do you have experience working with social/emotional at-risk youth? - Yes
- No
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Do you have experience with social/emotional support or therapy? - Yes
- No
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Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.
Note: For the purpose of this question, "convicted" includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes.
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A):
a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant;
b. The name and address of the arresting agency;
c. The date of the arrest;
d. The final disposition, if any;
e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court;
f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and
g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process.
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Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation.
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Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation.
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Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire. - Yes
- No
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Is it true that you have NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named? - Yes, I have never been convicted
- No, I have been convicted
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APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.
Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.
Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.
Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks. |
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