Drug Court Therapist - (30hrs/wk.) at Kitsap Mental Health Services in PORT ORCHARD, Washington

Job Description:

KMHS is Kitsap’s nonprofit, designated community mental health provider for adults with acute and/or chronic serious mental illnesses, and children with serious emotional disturbances and their families. During 2016, KMHS provided services to more than 6,800 children and adults. On WA’s beautiful Kitsap Peninsula, offers easy access to both the pristine wilderness of the Olympic Peninsula and the big-city lights and culture of Seattle. We offer competitive salary, benefits & a positive work environment. Inpatient, residential, and outpatient treatment services offer evidence-based treatment, using trauma informed care to help people reach their recovery goals. We offer whole person care through mental health and substance use treatment and care management, close care coordination with on-campus and community-based primary care providers, and with partner PCHS, now offer dental care to KMHS clients and the community. Many community partners assure people receive behavioral health care in the right place, in the right way, at the right time. Together we are weaving a web that connects emergency room and hospitals, substance abuse treatment, and primary care providers; creates partnerships for early intervention at home and school, supports multiple law enforcement, jail, and justice endeavors, and works to ensure housing, food, and other social supports together with social service agencies and community collaborations. The Kitsap Mental Health Services community fosters a culture of hope and empowerment through a safe, welcoming environment, compassionate relationships, and a commitment to respecting life experiences. KMHS is a tobacco/smoke-free and scent-free facility

Drug Court Therapist
 

As a Drug Court Therapist, you will provide therapy and care coordination services for adults who are part of the Drug Court, Family Dependency Drug Court, and Veterans Court, and in collaboration with Kitsap County. Go home every day knowing your efforts helped directly serve your community and neighbors!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide effective and efficient clinical services using best practice standards to adults who are participating in the drug court program.


• Provide mental health and co-occurring disorder treatment services including outreach as clinically indicated to clients, their parents/guardians, and families.


• Provide direct services for clients at risk for and with co-occurring disorders utilizing recommended Co-Occurring Disorder treatment practices. Services may include individual therapy, group therapy, psycho-educational workshops, skill-building groups, family counseling, and crisis intervention.


• Provide linkages to KMHS service providers as appropriate and help the client maintain linkages through their drug court experience.


• Utilize motivational interviewing, stages of change theory, family and system focused interventions, stage-wise treatment strategies to intervene, and motivate clients.


• Conduct mental health assessments to aid in treatment planning, utilizing clinically appropriate instruments.


• Provide mental health and co-occurring disorder consultation and training for Drug Court staff to assist in the integration of mental health and substance use services within the court system.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive and generous health, dental and vision benefits


• 19+ days of PTO and 8 paid holidays your first year


• An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative


• Loan Forgiveness, training, and extensive education available


• Advancement opportunities available within the agency


• Free Employee Assistance Program and parking


• Full Time and Part Time positions along with professional advancement available

WHO WE ARE

The grass really is greener on our side of the water!  Come join us on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula, where scenic vistas, outdoor activities, and historic towns offer many options for exploration just across Puget Sound from Seattle.  Residents enjoy a peaceful, unhurried, affordable lifestyle, along with the opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds. Seattle is a water commute away via “fast ferry” passenger service or the WA State Ferries, and Tacoma is a modest highway drive.  To learn more, check out www.visitkitsap.com.
 

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization filled with compassionate people doing important work. We’ve been transforming lives and our community since 1978, helping our neighbors with mental and behavioral health challenges to achieve healthy, productive lives.  As one of the largest non-profit employers in Kitsap County, our 500+ employees provide a comprehensive range of services to over 6500 children, youth, adults, and families annually.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Master’s degree in psychology, social services, or a related field required.


• 
  2-3 years' of experience working as a mental health treatment provider required.


• New Grads Welcome to Apply.


• Requires valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle report and reliable, insured transportation while doing work-related driving. 


• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. 

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package


• Work/life balance


• The opportunity to make a positive difference!

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, creed, marital status, age, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability.

Please be sure to check out other Therapist, Social Worker, Mental Health Professional, Counselor, Psychology, and  Behavioral Health Clinician roles with KMHS as well.