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Overview

Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Care Professional provides comprehensive, short-term crisis outreach services to children and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Services are provided in the family home, school or other convenient location for the family. The MHCP works as part of a team to stabilize the initial crisis, provide intensive support and link the family to ongoing formal and informal support systems.

This position is with the Y Social Impact Center, the social services division of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS), serving around 5,000 youth, young adults, and families every year in communities across King County, Pierce County, and various counties across WA. Through our programs we aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; establishing stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center’s programs include homelessness prevention, housing, behavioral health, crisis response, foster care licensing, violence prevention, and employment. Since many of the young people we serve have been involved in the foster care, criminal justice, behavioral health, and/or homelessness systems, we truly value relatable lived experience of our staff and those applying for our positions as an asset.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:30pm) with evenings and weekends as needed to support program and participants.

What You Will Get From Working at The Y

+ Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

+ Retirement with generous employer contributions

+ Free access to mental health resources

+ Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)

+ Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services.

Hiring Range: $28.00 - $31.00/hour

Responsibilities

+ Provides immediate, short-term, acute crisis intervention services to families in King County to prevent out of home care and safely divert psychiatric hospitalization for children and youth.

+ On a rotating schedule, provides on-call crisis coverage for incoming referrals and current clients experiencing crisis.

+ Triages and prioritizes emergent outreaches and calls based on level of risk.

+ Conducts a mental health assessment at the initial outreach to determine level of risk and develops safety plans based on the assessment which may include coordination with Designated Crisis Responders, voluntary hospitalization, Family Initiated Treatment or less restrictive options (to be reviewed by CIS or Supervisor).

+ Provides crisis and stabilization services in homes, schools and other community locations of families.

+ This role will have job duties that reflect that of Peers and Advocates

+ Meets each child and family with the appropriate urgency, frequency and intensity for their crisis.

+ Coordinates with other CCORS team members to develop and implement a family driven Action Plan to meet priority needs.

+ Takes a leadership role to provide training and mentoring to new Parent Partners and/or Family Advocates.

Code of Conduct for Applicants (https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779)

Qualifications

+ A Washington State registered Agency Affiliated Counselor.

+ A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in mental health or related field or,

+ 4 years of experience in mental health or a related field.

+ Completed all required training.

+ Minimum three years of experience working with teens or young adults in foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.

+ Ability to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities.

+ Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including skills in coaching and giving/receiving feedback.

+ Strong organizational skills.

+ Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

+ Current state approved First Aid and CPR certification.*

+ Current approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.*

+ Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

+ Within 30 days of employment or first available training.

* Some Case Manager positions required Bachelor's degree or higher.

** Within 30 days of employment or first available training.

Authorized Driver Requirement

This is a driving-preferred role that could potentially involve transporting clients as an “authorized driver” for the Y. To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have had a driver's license for at least 3 years and with a driving record that meets Y standards (no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years, no major incidents such as reckless driving, DUI/DWI, no tickets 20+ miles above the speed limit etc.). As driving roles are safety sensitive, you will also need pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances including marijuana. (*Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our fleet management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers).

Reliable Transportation Requirement

This role requires the incumbent to have access to reliable transportation to meet clients/families in the community in a timely manner.

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

+ Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.

+ Are very adaptable.

+ Have high ownership and strong work ethic.

+ Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.

+ Truly enjoy being of service to people.

+ Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.

+ Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

OUR MISSION

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES

+ Respect

+ Responsibility

+ Honesty

+ Caring

+ Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment . Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.