Mental Health Technician Job at American Behavioral Health Systems Inc

American Behavioral Health Systems Inc Chehalis, WA 98532

$32 - $42 an hour

ABHS is looking for a great Mental Health Professional to join our team in providing healthcare and services to our community and clients.

We offer competitive pay and a full array of benefits including 4% 401(k), 10 paid holidays, vacation and more. Additionally, ABHS is an approved site under the WA state student loan repayment program for licensed healthcare providers This program allows these licensed staff to apply for up to $75,000 in student loan repayment while working with ABHS!!!

Schedules: Discussed at interview

The Mental Health Professional will provide assessment, case management, crisis counseling, mental health and educational services to American Behavioral Health Systems clients.

Qualifications:
Must have an MA degree in human services and meet the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) requirements for an Agency Affiliated Counselor or higher and Mental Health Professional (MHP) as per WAC 388-877.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide thorough intake assessment of client needs and treatment recommendations. Assists with appropriate referrals and linkage to internal and community resources and other treatment.
  • Develop measurable treatment objectives and obtainable goals to address identified needs within designated timeframes.
  • Monitor treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes
  • Perform trauma-informed, behavioral health counseling, utilizing evidence- based practices.
  • Respond to crisis situations and triages appropriately. Facilitates emergency transportation if needed and communicates pertinent information to appropriate professional internally and externally.
  • Collaborate with other treatment providers in weekly team meetings.
  • Complete documentation within designated timeframes as established by ABHS and external regulatory agencies.
  • Secure treatment funding through obtaining authorizations, accurate documentation, updating demographics and submitting authorization forms in a timely manner.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands: Must be able to use computer keyboard and view monitor for long periods of time.

Work Environment: Must be able to work independently; work and communicate with other professionals in an effective and professional manner; must have good time management skills and meet required deadlines; be able to work under stressful conditions.

ABHS Benefits:

· Employees (and their families) can enroll in Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life and AD&D

· Employees can enroll in Short Term Disability

· Employees can enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan or Roth IRA

· During the first year, employees will receive 24 hours of PTO after 6 months of employment

· Upon eligibility, employees will receive 10 paid holidays plus one personal day a year

· Employees will receive 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked from the date of hire

· Upon Approval, ABHS will cover 50% of your credential renewal cost for clinical employees

Thank you for your interest. We hope to hear from you!

Check us out online at www.abshinc.net

MHPA- $32.00 hour MHP - $42.00 hour

Must be able to pass pre-employment background and drug screens.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekend availability

License/Certification:

  • MHP/MHP Associates (Required)

Work Location: In person




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