The Mental Health Therapist assigned to Intake and Triage is responsible for conducting comprehensive behavioral health intake evaluations for children and adolescents through age 17. The therapist will assess presenting concerns, determine clinical needs, establish preliminary diagnoses, evaluate safety and risk factors, and coordinate referrals to the most appropriate outpatient, community-based, or higher levels of care. This position requires strong clinical judgment, knowledge of pediatric behavioral health, and the ability to make timely disposition decisions in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Required Education and Experience
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
Minimum two years experience in providing direct treatment services to children and families.
May work evening & weekends as required.
Required Credentials
Licensed as a Mental Health Professional in Washington State in appropriate field according to degree (e.g., LICSW, LMFT).
For staff that work in schools, prior to the start of employment, individuals are required to submit a copy of a receipt directly to Human Resources (electronically) confirming they have completed the fingerprinting process as outlined by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
Prior to start of employment, must obtain, and maintain in good standing, medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment.
All medical and allied health professional staff members are provisional for the first year.
Any and all medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's will terminate automatically upon the termination of the individual's employment at Children's.
Termination of employment does not prohibit the individual from seeking medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's as a non-employee in any category for which the individual qualifies.
Questions regarding medical or allied health professional staff privileges may be directed to Medical Staff Services.
Preferred
Minority Mental Health Specialist designation.
Experience with multi-system involved children with severe behavioral problems and/or developmental disabilities.
Experience with the King County MHP and Washington State Mental Health WACs.
Experience providing comprehensive intake evaluations with multi-axial diagnoses.
Experience with evidence based practice.
Compensation Range
$46.96 - $70.43 per hour
Salary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors
Benefits Information
Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
