Clinician II - Marc Evaluation & Treatment - Full-Time

Clinician II

Evaluation & Treatment Facility | Everett, WA

Shift: Full-Time (Monday-Friday)

Join Us in Restoring Stability and Hope

Compass Health is seeking a skilled and dedicated Clinician II to join our Evaluation & Treatment (E&T) Facility in Everett. If you are seeking a flexible opportunity in a highly collaborative inpatient environment, we invite you to apply today and join us in making a meaningful difference.

About the E&T Facility

Our 16-bed Evaluation & Treatment Facility offers inpatient services for adults detained under the Washington State Involuntary Treatment Act (RCW 71.05). Patients may be admitted for 72-hour involuntary holds or extended 14-day commitments. Our interdisciplinary team works together to stabilize, evaluate, and treat individuals experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms—with the goal of restoring safety, dignity, and wellness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned

• Documents delivery of services accurately and appropriately in the medical record as required by the regulatory organizations. Completes all paperwork to agency standard and within required timelines.
• Assists patient to achieve treatment plan goals and evaluates progress throughout treatment.
• Routinely assesses risk issues including danger to self and others and develops plans with client to mitigate those risks.
• Plan, implement, and facilitate psychoeducational and process groups using evidence-based practices tailored to client needs.
• Provide individual therapy and other behavioral health interventions utilizing evidence-based approaches whenever possible.
• Develop criteria and clinical standards for process groups utilizing research topics relevant to client population.
• Works collaboratively and coordinates with members of the treatment team, psychiatric services, and outpatient providers.
• Support and mentor interns by enhancing their clinical learning experiences and assisting with professional development goals.
• Coordinates services with community agencies (e.g. DSHS, DDD, Courts, etc.) and works in context of a treatment team as needed and appropriate.
• Become knowledgeable of the ITA court system and provide support to clients to better understand their rights
• Work closely with families to support and align with the discharge goals of clients and help families understand self-determination of the client
• Makes appropriate referrals for auxiliary services such as drug and alcohol services when clinically indicated.
• Coordinates care with primary care and collaborating professionals from other systems as well as natural supports as appropriate.
• Participates in regularly scheduled supervision and team meetings.
• Remains compliant with required trainings and certifications.
• Behaves in an ethical and professional manner consistent with agency policy, state law, and licensing entities if applicable.
• Understands and practices safekeeping of client protected health information per Compass Health’s HIPAA and other agency policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates respect for diversity and a commitment to developing multicultural competency and sensitivity.
• Demonstrates commitment to Compass Health’s Strategic Intention, core Values and Core Competencies.

Qualifications

• MA/MS/MSW Degree in a Behavioral Science related field.
• Qualifies as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) as defined by WAC.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Evidence-Based Practices, or interest and ability to learn.
• Individuals who do not already hold a license or associate license through the Washington State Department of Health must submit Agency Affiliated Counselor application upon hire and be approved by the DOH.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification and Food Handlers permit, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Skills & Strengths

• Ability to work effectively with individuals with complex needs and multi-system involvement.
• Ability to maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to conflicts or problems.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• General computer proficiency, including the ability to utilize electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, which may or may not include an additional search by DSHS.

Physical Requirements

The employee will be working in an acute care facility and must be able to physically participate in managing aggressive behavior from patients. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and use close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in the work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Join Compass Health?

For over 110 years, Compass Health has led behavioral health care in Western Washington. As the region’s largest non-profit provider, we serve diverse communities with a full continuum of outpatient, residential, and inpatient care. Our team-centered, mission-driven approach ensures that every staff member has opportunities to grow and thrive.

What We Offer

Though on-call roles are not typically benefits-eligible, Compass Health full-time benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to employees

• 16 days of paid vacation in your first year

• 12 sick days including a dedicated wellness day

• 13 paid holidays – including 2 personal choice days

• 403(b) retirement plan match up to 2% after one year

• Professional development funds and paid education leave

• A workplace culture that supports wellness, safety, and work/life balance

Equal Opportunity

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting equity and inclusion regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification.