Clinician II - Expanded Community Services Lead

Clinician Expanded Community Services Lead

Join Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care as the Clinician Expanded Community Services Lead.

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!

Responsible for monthly reports to DSHS, quarterly meetings with DSHS case managers, ensuring that behavioral care plans and crisis plans are up to date, meeting with prospective clients at hospitals, ensuring crisis response as well as performing the duties of the Expanded Community Services (ECS) Mental Health Professional. The ECS MHP clinician duties include providing specialized behavioral management strategies, training and support services at facilities for clients identified by Home and Community Services Field Services Administrator or designee, as eligible for ECS services.

• Attend scheduled DSHS meetings as required.
• Complete monthly reports for DSHS.
• Proficient in behavioral management strategies and planning for individuals whose abilities to remain in community settings are compromised by behavior and personal care needs.
• Be proficient in collaborative care planning, implementation, and documentation on behalf of clients and their residential provider staff.
• Achieve 60% productivity (24 hours) billable services per full FTE.
• Respond to referrals from Home and Community Services and complete an Individualized Behavior Support Plan (IBSP) for each new client.
• Conduct and complete new client intake assessments in Credible.
• Provide consultation and/or training to caregiving staff in support of the implementation of IBSP.
• Provide crisis response capability including consultation for residential facility staff, and capacity to provide unscheduled on-site visits for management of behavioral challenges that compromise client’s placement.
• Provide pertinent information to crisis responders, including Designated Mental Health Professionals, for the purpose of averting hospitalization.
• Ensure crisis coverage 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
• Provide training for new ECS staff, including Peer Support Specialist.
• Provide liaison functions with hospitals, clinics, private practitioners, and managed care systems as assigned with prior consultation from OAS Manager.
• Assist Older Adult Services Contracts Manager with other administrative requirements.

• Master’s Degree.
• Mental Health Professional.
• Geriatric Mental Health Professional.
• Experience with serving individuals who require behavioral management, preferred.

• Current Agency Affiliated, Associate License or fully Licensed with the State of Washington.
• Current Driver’s License and automotive insurance w/ good driving record.
• Pass required background checks.
• Ability to transport clients.
• Ability to work independently.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
• $450/year for training/professional development
• Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
• Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day.

For a Clinician Lead ECS Program at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview…