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Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:
Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization.
Position Summary
Child & Family Therapist - Posting #26991
Hourly Rate: $32.26 - $35.35
Annual Salary: $73,528.00 (Licensed)
Sea Mar's Behavioral Health Department in Lakewood, WA is hiring a full-time Child and Family Therapist. The Child and Family Therapist provides individual and/or family therapy, case management, crisis stabilization, treatment planning, and may lead groups. In addition, will provide referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary physicians and other community partners. Must have the ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnosis. Must be willing to work later hours (after 5 pm) on some days, and will require work within schools or other non-traditional settings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ADMINISTRATIVE
- Assists in insuring agency compliance with WAC's, RCW's, and other pertinent laws, regulations, and contracts.
- Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures as directed by the Program Director.
- Educates staff regarding the process for mental health service referrals and regarding "psycho educational topics” (suicide risk assessment, behavior modification, etc.) as directed by the Program Manager.
- Maintains documentation of mental health services, and follow through in patient charts.
CLINICAL DUTIES
- Provide developmentally and culturally appropriate formal and informal diagnostic assessments for each patient during the program. Document outcomes, justify diagnoses, and communicate with the collaborative partners regarding outcomes and recommendations. It is suggested that this individual communicate with the Primary Care Physicians, Substance Abuse Counselors, schools, case workers, or others involved in the care of the patient.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, specifically children and families.
- Provide information about assessments and involve family members as active participants in the assessment process and in treatment planning, where appropriate.
- Collaborate with other professionals in conducting family-centered assessments and treatment planning, when appropriate.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
- Able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients.
- Refer patients to psychiatric and medication management services as appropriate. Gather record materials and background information as needed by the community mental health center (See Policies and Procedures). Actively collaborate with the psychiatric service provider to insure accuracy of presentation and that identified needs are addressed. Provide monitoring regarding the effects of medications, and feedback to the psychiatrist regarding effects/side effects.
- Provide individual and/or family counseling, in coordination with other system as needed.
- Provide suicide risk assessment and develop treatment plans to address suicidal ideation or gestures. Use case management as needed to provide follow through and build community support as follow through. Provide other crisis stabilization as needed.
- Gather information regarding past mental health services to be used in the individual’s treatment plan development. Provide mental health services referrals to patients prior to or following admission, and exchange information with outside service providers.
- Support other staff regarding mental health needs of staff or patients. Maintain confidentiality, prevent splitting between staff and patients, and offer concrete ideas on handling challenging situations.
PRODUCTIVITY STANDARD
Produce a minimum of 80 encounters that will equal at least 80 hours of face-to-face contact.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- An understanding of the Behavioral Health Organization, County, and/or MCO contracts with the ability to tier clients in a managed care system. The ability to work effectively with all persons and groups with an open mind towards cultural differences and knowledge of cultures.
- The ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnoses. The ability to NOT diagnose behavioral problems as mental illnesses unless appropriate.
- An understanding of chemical dependency treatment and an ability to coordinate mental health services with chemical dependency treatment providers if necessary.
- Must complete an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist.
- The Child and Family Clinical Therapist must sign a permanent oath of confidentiality covering all patient related information.
- This person must pass a background check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work, which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics.
- For a licensed therapist, must have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), or Social Work (LICSW or LASW).
- If not licensed, must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker).
- Must possess a Child Mental Health Specialist credential or be working towards credential.
- MUST meet WAC requirements for a Mental Health Professional.
- Computer proficiency with Cerner and MS Office and other Medical software.
- Experience with evidence based models and wrap around services preferred.
- Experience working with children and families required.
WHAT WE OFFER
Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Carline Roads, Program Manager, at carlineroads@seamarchc.org.
LOCATION
Lakewood, WA
EEO STATEMENT
Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted on 10/10/2024
External candidates considered after 10/10/2024
This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).
INTRODUCTION
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:
Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization.
Position Summary
Child & Family Therapist - Posting #26991
Hourly Rate: $32.26 - $35.35
Annual Salary: $73,528.00 (Licensed)
Sea Mar's Behavioral Health Department in Lakewood, WA is hiring a full-time Child and Family Therapist. The Child and Family Therapist provides individual and/or family therapy, case management, crisis stabilization, treatment planning, and may lead groups. In addition, will provide referrals and coordination with medication providers, primary physicians and other community partners. Must have the ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnosis. Must be willing to work later hours (after 5 pm) on some days, and will require work within schools or other non-traditional settings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ADMINISTRATIVE
- Assists in insuring agency compliance with WAC's, RCW's, and other pertinent laws, regulations, and contracts.
- Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures as directed by the Program Director.
- Educates staff regarding the process for mental health service referrals and regarding "psycho educational topics” (suicide risk assessment, behavior modification, etc.) as directed by the Program Manager.
- Maintains documentation of mental health services, and follow through in patient charts.
CLINICAL DUTIES
- Provide developmentally and culturally appropriate formal and informal diagnostic assessments for each patient during the program. Document outcomes, justify diagnoses, and communicate with the collaborative partners regarding outcomes and recommendations. It is suggested that this individual communicate with the Primary Care Physicians, Substance Abuse Counselors, schools, case workers, or others involved in the care of the patient.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, specifically children and families.
- Provide information about assessments and involve family members as active participants in the assessment process and in treatment planning, where appropriate.
- Collaborate with other professionals in conducting family-centered assessments and treatment planning, when appropriate.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
- Able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients.
- Refer patients to psychiatric and medication management services as appropriate. Gather record materials and background information as needed by the community mental health center (See Policies and Procedures). Actively collaborate with the psychiatric service provider to insure accuracy of presentation and that identified needs are addressed. Provide monitoring regarding the effects of medications, and feedback to the psychiatrist regarding effects/side effects.
- Provide individual and/or family counseling, in coordination with other system as needed.
- Provide suicide risk assessment and develop treatment plans to address suicidal ideation or gestures. Use case management as needed to provide follow through and build community support as follow through. Provide other crisis stabilization as needed.
- Gather information regarding past mental health services to be used in the individual’s treatment plan development. Provide mental health services referrals to patients prior to or following admission, and exchange information with outside service providers.
- Support other staff regarding mental health needs of staff or patients. Maintain confidentiality, prevent splitting between staff and patients, and offer concrete ideas on handling challenging situations.
PRODUCTIVITY STANDARD
Produce a minimum of 80 encounters that will equal at least 80 hours of face-to-face contact.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- An understanding of the Behavioral Health Organization, County, and/or MCO contracts with the ability to tier clients in a managed care system. The ability to work effectively with all persons and groups with an open mind towards cultural differences and knowledge of cultures.
- The ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop treatment plans based upon diagnoses. The ability to NOT diagnose behavioral problems as mental illnesses unless appropriate.
- An understanding of chemical dependency treatment and an ability to coordinate mental health services with chemical dependency treatment providers if necessary.
- Must complete an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist.
- The Child and Family Clinical Therapist must sign a permanent oath of confidentiality covering all patient related information.
- This person must pass a background check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, or social work, which includes course-work in psychological diagnostics.
- For a licensed therapist, must have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), or Social Work (LICSW or LASW).
- If not licensed, must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License (includes Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and Clinical Social Worker).
- Must possess a Child Mental Health Specialist credential or be working towards credential.
- MUST meet WAC requirements for a Mental Health Professional.
- Computer proficiency with Cerner and MS Office and other Medical software.
- Experience with evidence based models and wrap around services preferred.
- Experience working with children and families required.
WHAT WE OFFER
Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Carline Roads, Program Manager, at carlineroads@seamarchc.org.
LOCATION
Lakewood, WA
EEO STATEMENT
Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted on 10/10/2024
External candidates considered after 10/10/2024
This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).
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Align your credentials with Sea Mar's clinical scope
Sea Mar operates federally qualified health centers serving underserved communities, so degrees in nursing, social work, public health, or health administration map directly to their hiring needs. Tailor your resume to show patient population awareness and multilingual capability where applicable.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
For a 24-month STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at the time you file with USCIS. Ask Sea Mar's HR team to confirm active enrollment before signing, since a lapse can disqualify the extension regardless of your eligibility.
Target roles with billing or health informatics components
Healthcare IT, medical billing, and data analytics positions at community health centers frequently qualify under STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs codes. Cross-check your degree's CIP code against your I-20 and O*NET occupation profile to confirm extension eligibility before applying.
Apply during grant cycle hiring windows
Federally qualified health centers like Sea Mar receive annual grant funding that drives predictable hiring surges in the spring and early fall. Submitting applications during these windows increases your odds of landing a role before your OPT EAD expires, reducing transition risk.
Use Migrate Mate to identify Sea Mar's H-1B filing history
OPT is a bridge, not a destination. Search Sea Mar on Migrate Mate to review its H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history by role, confirming whether the company has sponsored full-time positions in your occupation before committing to the OPT-to-H-1B transition.
Request a written transition commitment in your offer letter
Ask Sea Mar HR to include language confirming H-1B sponsorship eligibility review before your OPT expires. Without written intent, you're relying on an informal understanding that may not survive a manager change or budget shift during the 60-day post-employment grace period.
Sea Mar Community Health Centers OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sea Mar Community Health Centers sponsor OPT visas?
Sea Mar Community Health Centers hires students who already hold an OPT EAD issued by USCIS. The company does not petition for OPT on your behalf since OPT is work authorization you obtain independently. What matters is that Sea Mar accepts OPT as valid employment authorization, which it does across clinical and administrative roles.
Which departments at Sea Mar Community Health Centers typically hire OPT students?
Clinical departments including primary care, behavioral health, and dental services regularly hire OPT students in patient-facing roles. Administrative and operational functions such as health informatics, billing, and community outreach also bring in OPT candidates, particularly those with public health or healthcare administration backgrounds from accredited programs.
How do I confirm Sea Mar supports STEM OPT extension?
Ask Sea Mar's HR or compliance team to confirm active E-Verify enrollment, which is required by USCIS for any employer supporting a 24-month STEM OPT extension. You can also verify enrollment status independently through the E-Verify employer search tool. Confirm this before your initial OPT authorization expires.
How do I find open OPT roles at Sea Mar Community Health Centers?
Search Sea Mar's careers page filtering for positions that match your degree field, then use Migrate Mate to review the company's visa sponsorship and LCA filing history. This helps you identify which job titles Sea Mar has historically supported through the OPT-to-H-1B visa pathway before you invest time in the application process.
How do I approach the OPT-to-H-1B transition at Sea Mar?
Raise H-1B sponsorship intent early in your onboarding, ideally within the first few months. Sea Mar must file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, and premium processing timelines from USCIS mean preparation should begin at least six months out. Confirm that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines before the conversation.
How does Sea Mar Community Health Centers hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. Sea Mar Community Health Centers can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check Sea Mar Community Health Centers's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.