Mental Health Therapist

Mental Health Therapist Behavioral Health Services - Yakima, WA

Posted: 7/16/2025 - Expires: 8/15/2025

Job ID: 291710496

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Job Description
Position Title: Mental Health Therapist

City: Yakima

State/Territory: US-WA

Employment Duration: Full time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Exempt

ID: 15307

Description:

Are you an experienced therapist who enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team? Does your passion and background involve working with children and families? Do you want to provide support for an underserved population? If any of this sounds like you, we have an excellent opportunity for you as a Mental Health Therapist in Yakima, WA !

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and " YVFWC - And then we grew ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

What We Offer:

MHW III salary $89,687.50; MHW IV salary $102,500.

$5,000 sign-on bonus in first paycheck and $1,000 bonus at 12 months of employment.

100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine.

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available.

Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

Relocation allowance is available!

What You'll Do:

Complete the Integrated Biopsychosocial Assessment and complete intake sessions with clients.

Formulate a mental health diagnosis by the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders V (DSM V) standards.

Develop an initial treatment plan, incorporating standard practice guidelines for each diagnosis.

Review and update the treatment plan with the client and others involved in the individuals care as appropriate. Measures change and adjusts treatment as needed.

Document assessments and care provided in the clients Electronic Health Record (EHR) and complete all documentation as required.

Complete encounters and associated documentation according to YVFWC requirements and coding and billing rules.

Respond to crisis situations with assigned individuals, assesses urgency of individuals needs and help obtain appropriate services as needed.

Assist individuals and families in obtaining additional mental health services and other social resources as needed. Document all referrals made to YVFWC case manager or other resources.

Work with individuals to transition and maintain a presence in a community setting after psychiatric hospitalizations.

Present mental health findings in verbal or written format to appropriate professionals. Provides case presentations for peer review.

Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Who We're Looking For:

A licensed therapist who has direct experience treating children or adolescents

A team-focused individual who can engage with all levels of an interdisciplinary team

A therapist who can handle complex, multi-service treatment plans that may require expertise in evidence-based practices

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred but not required

Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire.

We will hire either level III or level IV, depending on the qualifications of the person hired:

Mental Health Worker III Requirements

Preferred Experience: Two years experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance that was gained under the supervision of a mental health professional preferred. One years full-time experience in the treatment of children under the supervision of a childrens mental health specialist preferred.

Licenses/Registration: One of the following licenses is acceptable for this position (must apply for within one week of hire if license is not current):

Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced (LSWAA)

Licensed Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA)

Agency Affiliated Counselor (this can only be applied for and completed after hire)

Mental Health Worker IV Requirements

Required Experience: Two years post-graduate experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance. One year's full-time experience in the treatment of children is preferred.

Licenses/Certificates/Registration: One of the following licenses is required for this position:

Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW)

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Our Mission Statement

Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.

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PI275536710 Job Summary Company Details Company Behavioral Health Services Industry Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) Job Information Location Yakima, WA Website Job Type Full Time Employee Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Federal Contractor No Affirmative Action Plan No View More Jobs All Behavioral Health Services jobs View similar jobs All Yakima, WA jobs