Community Counselor III (Housing Outreach)

The Community Counselor III will work on the Housing Outreach Team, providing home and community-based services to participants who experienced homelessness and have a mental health disability. The team's goal is to support participants in stabilizing their housing, ending their experience with homelessness, improving their health, and moving forward in their mental health recovery.

What You Will Do

Conduct mental health assessments, develop Individual Service Plans, provide individual and group therapy, support clients through crisis situations, and maintain accurate electronic health records.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires a Master's degree in a behavioral science field, experience working with individuals who experience homelessness, and proficiency in verbal and written communication skills, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a behavioral science field
• Three years of clinical experience providing inpatient or outpatient services
• Ability to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate diagnosis according to the most recent DSM
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Motivational Interviewing, and Evidence-Based Practices
• Basic understanding of recovery models, illness management, and strength-based philosophies
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word & Excel)
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver's license, minimum of one year driving history, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package
• Medical and Dental Coverage
• VSP Vision Discount Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
• Length of Service Award
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Student loan forgiveness options
• Wellness Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bike to Work Reimbursement
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Trauma Support Team