Mental Health Professional

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tacoma, WA seeks a mental health professional to assess and support patients' social emotional needs. Candidates should have a Master’s in a related field and recent experience in healthcare. The role includes providing telmed services, coordinating interventions, and advocating for patient needs across multiple sites. Offering competitive pay of $38.21 - $51.22/hour.

Qualifications

• Required: Masters in a behavioral health field upon hire.
• Two years recent related work experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Possession of a relevant licensure is preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide telmed services and in-person support across multiple locations.
• Assess and address social and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Plan and coordinate interventions for patients based on assessments.

Skills

Psycho-social assessment

Crisis intervention

Patient advocacy

Mental health evaluation

Education

Masters in behavioral health field

Job description

Responsibilities

Sign on bonus available!

In person support to King and Pierce County sites, location depending on volumes and need. Provide telmed services to all sites system wide as needed.

Travel: 50%

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, responsible for assessing and providing support and intervention for the social and emotional needs of patients and their families to promote continuity of care and services. Work involves professional activities such as psycho-social assessment, mental health evaluation and referral, crisis intervention, environmental assistance, patient advocacy, discharge planning, coordination of legal needs for patients detained on Single Bed Certification, and other duties of similar scope and complexity as assigned.

This job exists in multiple locations, assignments may include coverage at multiple locations, and while there may be minor differences in job content, they are not significant for classification purposes. Overall, the nature of the work and job requirements are consistent between locations.

Performs assessments, evaluation, mental health screening and/or mental health assessment and evaluation, and referrals, focusing on the psychosocial needs of the patient and family; facilitates family conferences as appropriate; identifies and communicates social, emotional and patient/family stressors to members of the care team as it relates to patient’s problems and plan of care.

• Plans and coordinates interventions, provides counseling services and evaluates effectiveness of interventions for identified patients and families based on specific department standards.
• Actively communicates with patient/family and all members of the health care team regarding the plan of care and progress toward goals.
• Based on assessment and identified needs, provides information and education to patients and families.
• Integrates internal and external resources in the plan of care.

Identifies and facilitates safe discharge planning along the continuum; communicates and documents plan to interdisciplinary patient care team.

• Coordinates and completes legal needs activities for patients detained on Single Bed Certification, including but not limited to:
• Filing of court petitions
• Completion of medication rights
• Communication and planning assistance with attorneys, court and the healthcare team.

Promotes safety, quality and appropriate resource utilization; advocates on behalf of patients and caregivers for service access and for safety and rights (e.g. victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, disability access or community-based services).

Ensures compliance with state reporting requirements and appropriate documentation as identified by department policy and regulatory requirements/agencies; provides consultation to staff and physicians regarding reporting requirements.

Provides consultation and guidance to staff and physicians about patient psychosocial issues and needs

Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements:

Required: Masters Other in a behavioral health field (e.g. social work, psychology, counseling, etc.) upon hire and

two years recent related work experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Required Licensure/Certification:

Possession of one of the licensures below is preferred at hire; otherwise must be obtained within 24 months of date of hire

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor: WA (LMHC:WA) within 24 - months required OR
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker: WA (LICSW:WA) within 24 - months required OR
• Licensed Advanced Social Worker: WA (LASW:WA) within 24 - months required OR
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/Counselor: WA (LMFT:WA) within 24 - months required OR
• Agency Affiliated Counselor: WA (AAC:WA) within 24 - months required OR
• Social Worker Associate Ind Clin: WA (SWAIC) within 24 - months required OR
• Licensed Independent Social Worker: WA (LISW:WA) within 24 - months required

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$38.21 - $51.22 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.