DSHS WSH Institution Counselor
Full Time
Lakewood, WA
$4,117 - $5,535 a month
Posted
Job description
Description
We're looking to hire an Institution Counselor 3 at Western State Hospital, a psychiatric hospital in Lakewood, Washington State.
Western State Hospital is committed to patient care and we strive to serve all patients and family members with the utmost respect.
Our goal is to deliver the highest quality, safest, and most effective treatment to every patient. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you have the ability to grow, enjoy the work you do, and Transform Lives.
We have day shift, Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., or Tuesday - Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. available.
or
A work schedule for a 4-day/10-hour shift per week from 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday - Saturday.
Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.
Some of what you'll do
- Engage patients in direct care Active Treatment Groups or 1:1 active treatment using recovery principles and evidence-based practices
- Active treatment documentation
- Plan, acquire supplies, implement, and review active treatment groups and 1:1 active treatment
- Write goal-related interventions in treatment plans and progress notes, and adapt programming
- Treatment team meetings regarding progress, share your input, and provide strategy for patient treatment
- Member of an interdisciplinary team that oversees the development of patient treatment goals and implementation of treatment
- Respond to patient psychiatric, behavioral, or medical emergencies, using de-escalation skills and techniques as needed
Who should apply?
Those with a bachelor’s degree, preferably involving a major study in sociology or other social science, and 2 years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
(Or equivalent combination of education/experience)
An Agency Affiliated Counselor License is needed within 30 days of employment.
Desired
- Substance Use Disorder Professional license
- Experience providing services in an inpatient setting
- Knowledge of the group facilitation process
- Knowledge of psychiatric symptoms
- Effective communication
Interested? Along with contact information for 3 professional references, please attach:
- A current resume
- A letter of Interest describing your experience related to this job
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
If you have questions about the application process, email Anthony Distefano, Recruiter, at distear@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 04660
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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