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University of Washington

MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER, YOUTH CLINIC (60% FTE, DAYS)

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Req #: 238354

Department: HARBORVIEW - PEDIATRICS - YOUTH CLINIC

Posting Date: 10/21/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: 60% of $5,983 - $8,560 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-classified-staff-2022-V1_a11y.pdf)

HARBORVIEW’S PEDIATRICS’ – YOUTH CLINIC Department has an outstanding opportunity for a MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER / CASE MANAGER WORK SCHEDULE

60% FTE, 24 hours per week

Day Shift POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

A critical member of the Department of Pediatrics’ Youth Clinics for homeless and unstably housed youth

Work collaboratively with the Youth Clinic team, site personnel and other homeless health care providers DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION MHP is responsible for interacting with the patient population at the sites served. In addition to a high level of clinical skill & competence, the MHP will be an excellent communicator with patients, shelter staff, and other medical providers. The MHP will function within the scope of licensure and in accordance with department, hospital, and university policies/standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to serve homeless youth 12-26 years old, some of whom are using substances and/or have a mental illness

Conduct psychosocial, substance abuse, and social service needs assessments

Develop treatment plans, provision of case management, and psychotherapy services

Make referrals to other services or agencies, and assists clients in following through with those referrals

Work with a child/adolescent psychiatrist, may recommend and monitor use of medication in mental health treatment

Participate in psychiatric consultation, supervision, program meetings

Acts as an advocate for the patient through such activities as organizing patient care conferences and safeguarding patient’s privacy and confidentiality REQUIREMENTS

A Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences, such as psychology, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, vocational or educational counseling, or social work

OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science AND three years’ of experience in the direct delivery of professional mental health care

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration

Must be licensed and able to be credentialed for billing for services ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities/harborview-medical-center) Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.