Adult Services Clinician
Sound
Summary
The clinician will help clients understand their behaviors, teach clients how to change their responses to unfavorable situations, and assist clients in developing healthier coping mechanisms. Sound clinicians are focused on demonstrating compassion, patience, and understanding when treating clients.
Job description
General Summary
The clinician in this Job is responsible for providing a range of intensive outpatient services to an assigned group serving the overall adult population. Intensive case management services with outreach and engagement services are required. Interventions may be time limited or longer term and will be part of an outcome-oriented treatment plan developed within a managed care framework, which includes periodic reviews for appropriateness of services and intensity. The individual in this Job will participate actively in the treatment planning and review process, including supporting documentation of the clinical services performed. The individual in this Job will be required to work with primary care physicians, DSHS programs, and inpatient facilities, mental health residential facilities, and other adult servicing agencies to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for clients with significant behavioral health problems in the community. Case management includes coordination and consultation with other service providers and community resources, and referrals to facilitate meeting the clients' needs.
Essential Functions and Duties
- Provides direct services and/or internal and external organization referrals for clients.
- Develops treatment plans and maintains accurate and timely clinical records according to organization policy.
- Performs outreaches/services to community locations to engage clients in care.
- To comply with County and State standards there will be service intensity expectations.
- Prepares necessary reports, summaries and progress notes, and incorporates into clinical records.
- Performs consultations and liaison duties with other agencies and resources on behalf of the client.
- Assists clients to remain stable in the community, thereby reducing the use of hospitals or involuntary treatment services.
- Monitor medication regimes and treatment compliance.
- Monitor utilization of services and the success of outcome measures.
- Participates in team member meetings, consultations, case presentations and in service training.
- Participates in ongoing program development and assessment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Work Relationships
Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships across departments, engaging with clients, team members, management and leadership in a manner that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. Contributes to a respectful and inclusive work environment by practicing cultural humility, promoting equity in services and decision-making, and supporting efforts that foster a sense of belonging for all.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a counseling-related field, with a strong emphasis on working with families and community agencies required.
- Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a counseling-related field, with a strong emphasis on working with families and community agencies preferred.
- A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a clinician or case manager and demonstrated skills in clinical assessment and treatment plans, preferred.
- Possesses excellent judgment, effective communication and strong collaboration skills.
- Understands the principles of individual therapy, group therapy and/or case management approach to providing services.
- Possesses strong working knowledge of the physical and/or behavioral health and support resources of King County and is familiar with state and local health delivery systems, including knowledge of various funding principles and clinical services mandates.
- Understands recovery concepts in behavioral health; synthesizes and applies, as appropriate to their work at Sound.
- Ability to learn new tasks and skills quickly, and to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, while simultaneously managing crises.
- Able to demonstrate the capacity to appreciate and work well with the complex and diverse population.
- Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record required.
- Must obtain and maintain a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) credential through the Washington State Department of Health as required under RCW 18.19 – Counselors.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan 3%
- 401(k) Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- 18 days vacation
- 9 holidays
- 12 sick days
- Bereavement Leave
- Free Parking
- Free in-house training
- $400 annual training
- Service Awards
Company overview
Sound is a mental health care company focused on providing accessible and innovative mental health services. Operating in the healthcare provider sector, the company specializes in delivering comprehensive mental health care solutions to individuals seeking support for various psychological conditions. While specific details about their service offerings are limited, companies in this space typically provide therapy, counseling, psychiatric services, and mental wellness programs. Sound appears to be positioned within the growing mental health technology and services market, which has seen significant expansion in recent years as awareness and demand for mental health support have increased globally. The company likely leverages modern approaches to mental health care, potentially incorporating telehealth services, digital platforms, or integrated care models to make mental health support more accessible to diverse populations. As a healthcare provider in the mental health space, Sound contributes to addressing the critical need for mental health services in communities and workplaces.