Mental Health Practitioner

Harborview Medical Center’s Behavioral Health department has an outstanding opportunity for a Mental Health Practitioner, Addictions Program. WORK SCHEDULE40 hours per weekDay ShiftPOSITION HIGHLIGHTSPlay a vital role in supporting individuals through screening, assessment, and treatment planning.This position combines direct counseling with care coordination, education, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESConduct substance use screening and ongoing assessmentsDevelop treatment plans and strategies for achieving desired outcomesCoordinate treatment and referral servicesProvide individual, group, and family counselingDeliver education and consultation to healthcare staff on substance use issuesFacilitate Integrated Brief Interventions (assessment, feedback, referrals, follow-up)Maintain knowledge of community referral resources, especially for low-income patientsParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program evaluationsMaintain accurate clinical and billing recordsEnsure compliance with diagnostic and placement criteriaREQUIREMENTSA 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.Must have a valid/active Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) credential with WA State.Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.DESIREDExperience in the direct delivery of professional alcohol and drug therapy; or related field to include training in alcoholism and drug counseling/therapy.Department of Health certification as a Chemical Dependency Professional or Registered Counselor in a Chemical Dependency Trainee status.ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTERAs 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.ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW 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. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.EO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled