King County Juvenile Detention Mental Health Therapist
Ryther, Seattle, WA, United States
Join Ryther as a King County Juvenile Detention Mental Health Therapist!
Responsibilities:
Meet with newly admitted youth within 24 hours to screen and assess for existing mental health needs and risks.
Complete comprehensive assessments and evaluations of each client using a culturally‑attuned, bio‑psycho‑social approach.
Develop individualized, goal‑oriented, and strengths‑based treatment plans for each client agreeing to engage in therapy, utilizing a variety of modalities including individual and group therapy, case management, substance use disorder counseling, recovery support, crisis management and safety planning, and other social/emotional supports.
In collaboration with detention staff and other health center members, create a therapeutic plan for each youth to ensure a coordinated, informed approach to youth.
Coordinate with direct supervisor, detention staff, Children’s Crisis Outreach Services (CCORS), and King County Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) to provide urgent interventions for youth needing a higher level of care than what is available in detention.
Essential Job Requirements:
At least one year in counseling roles and two years post‑grad.
Ability to work Monday — Friday from 12 to 8pm.
Ability to work occasional Saturday and Sunday shifts.
Master’s degree in Psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain relevant WA Department of Health license to provide behavioral health diagnosis and treatment (e.g., LICSWA, LMHCA, LMFTA, etc.).
Acceptance and ability to work with individuals and families with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural and spiritual practices with the ability to apply a social justice and equity lens to all aspects of this work.
Full‑time, on‑site position. Schedule is Wednesday–Saturday AM/PM shift, and will be a part of the On‑Call after‑hours rotation. Must be able to pass a King County Detention criminal background check.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental Benefits (Premium covered up to 94% by Ryther, depending on plan, and we pay $5,000 toward your deductible and out‑of‑pocket max)
15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year thereafter)
10 Sick Days (Vacation and Sick time rollover)
9 Paid Holidays, and 1 Floating Holiday
Free Medical Telehealth Appointments for you and anyone in your household (General Medical, Dermatology, Mental Health, Neck and Back Care, Nutrition, etc.)
40% Off Aflac Supplemental Insurances (Free Aflac Identity Theft Protection)
403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
Life Insurance ($50,000)
Ryther is a registered 501(c)(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program
What We Value:
Commitment
to Ryther’s mission, vision, and values.
Respect
for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities.
Team‑oriented
mindset with strong
self‑management
skills.
Adaptability
and a proactive approach to
change
and
servant leadership .
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Responsibilities:
Meet with newly admitted youth within 24 hours to screen and assess for existing mental health needs and risks.
Complete comprehensive assessments and evaluations of each client using a culturally‑attuned, bio‑psycho‑social approach.
Develop individualized, goal‑oriented, and strengths‑based treatment plans for each client agreeing to engage in therapy, utilizing a variety of modalities including individual and group therapy, case management, substance use disorder counseling, recovery support, crisis management and safety planning, and other social/emotional supports.
In collaboration with detention staff and other health center members, create a therapeutic plan for each youth to ensure a coordinated, informed approach to youth.
Coordinate with direct supervisor, detention staff, Children’s Crisis Outreach Services (CCORS), and King County Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) to provide urgent interventions for youth needing a higher level of care than what is available in detention.
Essential Job Requirements:
At least one year in counseling roles and two years post‑grad.
Ability to work Monday — Friday from 12 to 8pm.
Ability to work occasional Saturday and Sunday shifts.
Master’s degree in Psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain relevant WA Department of Health license to provide behavioral health diagnosis and treatment (e.g., LICSWA, LMHCA, LMFTA, etc.).
Acceptance and ability to work with individuals and families with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural and spiritual practices with the ability to apply a social justice and equity lens to all aspects of this work.
Full‑time, on‑site position. Schedule is Wednesday–Saturday AM/PM shift, and will be a part of the On‑Call after‑hours rotation. Must be able to pass a King County Detention criminal background check.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental Benefits (Premium covered up to 94% by Ryther, depending on plan, and we pay $5,000 toward your deductible and out‑of‑pocket max)
15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year thereafter)
10 Sick Days (Vacation and Sick time rollover)
9 Paid Holidays, and 1 Floating Holiday
Free Medical Telehealth Appointments for you and anyone in your household (General Medical, Dermatology, Mental Health, Neck and Back Care, Nutrition, etc.)
40% Off Aflac Supplemental Insurances (Free Aflac Identity Theft Protection)
403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
Life Insurance ($50,000)
Ryther is a registered 501(c)(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program
What We Value:
Commitment
to Ryther’s mission, vision, and values.
Respect
for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities.
Team‑oriented
mindset with strong
self‑management
skills.
Adaptability
and a proactive approach to
change
and
servant leadership .
#J-18808-Ljbffr