Position Summary:

Sea Mar Behavioral Health Department in Lacey is seeking a Full-Time Integrated MH Therapist or Licensed Therapist. The IMHT functions as a core member of the Clinical Care Team. The IMHT works within a medical setting to provide diagnostic assessments, referrals for psychiatric services, and case management, in coordination with other teams or parties involved in treatment.

The IMHT or Licensed Therapist will have an understanding of chronic conditions that can include substance use disorders and behavioral health concerns that contribute to a patient’s inability to adequately address their medical needs, and an understanding of chronic medical conditions that can, in turn, lead to depression and other mental health concerns. The IMHT or Licensed Therapist educates staff on the process for mental health service referrals and on psycho educational topics (suicide risk assessment, behavior modification, etc.) as directed by BH protocols. The IMHT or Licensed Therapist maintains documentation of mental health services, and follows through in patient charts with strong emphasis on communication with the care team located in the medical clinic.

In addition, the IMHT or Licensed Therapist must meet the criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP). Must also hold and maintain an active WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor License (may be pending for up to 60 days if applied for within 7 days of being offered employment) or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker).