Behavioral Health Clinician

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJoin Volunteers of America (VOA) - Make a Difference in Our Community!At Volunteers of America (VOA), we envision a community where all individuals experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to thrive. We seek a compassionate, dedicated Behavioral Health Clinician to help us break the cycle of homelessness by providing support, counseling, and skill-building to individuals in need.If you are passionate about working with diverse populations and supporting individuals facing mental health challenges, homelessness, and trauma, this is your role. Help empower participants to build healthier, independent lives through trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and collaborative care.Key Responsibilities:Build strong, supportive relationships with participants, providing individual, family, and group counseling services.Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.Provide evidence-based care using trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and person-centered practices.Offer care coordination, resource linkage, and support to promote mental health and resilience.Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups to build skills and foster social engagement.Collaborate with community partners, VOA teams, and service providers to ensure holistic support.Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development opportunities.What We Offer:8 Paid Annual Holidays5 additional discretionary annual holidays (depending on hire date)FREE Dental and Vision InsuranceAffordable MedicalPaid Sick LeavePaid Time OffMileage ReimbursementThree Aflac Insurance Policies to electively enroll in Accident Protection, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity403(b) Retirement Plan including up to 25% employer match up to $500 per yearOngoing program-specific training and professional development trainingOpportunity for career growth and professional development RequirementsWhat We're Looking For:Education: Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.Experience: Prior experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health conditions, or substance use disorders.LicensureCertifications: Eligible to become licensed as an Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC), CPRFirst AidBBP certified within 6 months, and a valid Washington State Driver's License.Preferred: Certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or trainee status, Mental Health Professional (MHP) status with Washington State.Why VOA?Competitive Compensation: $29.00hour with potential for prehensive Benefits: Free dental, vision, and life insurance; paid holidays, paid sick leave, and more.Professional Development: Ongoing training, career growth opportunities, and 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.Work-Life Balance: Flexibility for family and self-care, with occasional evening, weekend, or holiday shifts as needed.Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of individuals facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and trauma.Application Requirements:Must be 21 years or older.Ability to pass background checks, including DCYF, Medicaid Exclusion List, and driving record review.Reliable transportation and ability to maintain auto liability insurance. Salary Description $29.00 Hour

Created: 2025-03-03