Under the general direction of the Director of Behavioral Health, the Mental Health Therapist works as part of the treatment team to provide direct counseling and therapeutic support to students.

Salary: 

Below are the full salary ranges , which will be determined by experience and licenses held:

• Mental Health Therapist I: $53,963.83 - $65,655.60 annually / $33.73 - $41.03 hourly

• Mental Health Therapist II: $58,820.97 - $71,564.90 annually / $36.76 - $44.73 hourly

IMPORTANT: Offers are made at the entry level of the range. 

• Mental Health Therapist I: $55,967.94 - $68,079.93 annually / $34.98 - $42.55 hourly

• Mental Health Therapist II: $60,991.94 - $74,207.93 annually / $38.12 - $46.38 hourly

Assignment:

We are recruiting for two therapists to serve Ocean Beach School District. The position will be full-time, working 200 days per year. The work schedule will follow the school calendar with some work in the summer. This position is school based serving students in the primary, middle, and high schools. We provide clinical supervision at no cost to our therapists. Please click on the Benefits tab to review all our great benefits!

Essential Functions:

1. Work with students and their guardians in the development of an individual support plan which is strength based, measurable, and assists students in meeting their goals.
2. Provide individual, family and group counseling, provide care coordination services as indicated for students in accordance with the individual support plan and evaluation recommendations.
3. Work in an environment with students with mental health challenges including but not limited to self-injurious behaviors.
4. Assess for need and submit referrals as clinically indicated for students on caseload.
5. Administer and assess evidence-based measurement tools to track student improvement, success and readiness for service conclusion.
6. Maintain complete and timely documentation as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
7. Support and implement ESD 112 agency policies and procedures.
8. Actively participate as a member of multidisciplinary team including but not limited to guardians and other natural supports, IEP teams, school and district staff, community treatment team members, and other  team members as indicated.
9. Provide consultation, education and training for staff as directed by the program director or supervisor.

1. Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for students.
2. Participate in staff and team meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars.
3. Maintain knowledge of best practices in the mental health field.
4. Support extracurricular activities.
5. Teach group lessons on social skills and conflict resolution.
6. Coordinate and manage student 504 Plans. 
7. Other duties as assigned, which may include:
   • Teach group lessons on social skills and conflict resolution.
   • Coordinate and manage student 504 plans. 

Minimum  Qualifications:

1. Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology.
2. Experience working with social/emotional at-risk youth.
3. Experience with social/emotional support or therapy.
4. Hold or ability to obtain a unrestricted Washington license (LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A).

1. Experience and understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), including multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). 
2. Experience working in a school setting.
3. Experience working with Special Education students and/or programs.
4. Familiar with Washington mental health agencies and resources.
5. Bilingual.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

1. Travel throughout ESD 112 region.
2. Variety of settings including students' homes, office and school environment.
3. Extended or flexible hours as necessary.

1. Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the WA state patrol and FBI.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500