DSHS WSH Institution Counselor 2

Description DSHS WSH Institution Counselor 2 As an Institution Counselor at Western State Hospital, you will use your critical thinking and counseling skills to improve the lives of patients with Behavioral Health challenges.
Here is your chance to be part of a compassionate team that promotes recovery principles and develops therapeutic relationships with our patients.
The job will located in Civil Ward – 5.
Western State Hospital is committed to compassionate patient care and we strive to serve all patients and family members with the utmost respect.
Our goal is to deliver the highest quality, safest, and most effective treatment to every patient.
This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you can grow, enjoy the work you do and Transform Lives.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Some of what you'll do: Lead or co-lead active treatment group activities Promote recovery principles in all interactions and clinical interventions with patients Complete required documentation: progress notes, treatment objectives, attendance sheets and conference input Attend individual treatment plan conferences as assigned Responsible for completing or assisting in nursing care as defined by Western State Hospital, WSH nursing department and ward policies Provide assistance or perform as needed health and hygiene tasks Implement and document treatment interventions as directed by individualized treatment plans What we're looking for: One year as an Institution Counselor 1; OR A Bachelor's degree preferably involving major study in sociology or other social science; or satisfactory completion of two years of college, preferably with emphasis in one of the social sciences and two years' experience in mental health or social casework; AND One year of social service experience.
Graduate training in behavioral social science may be substituted for experience.
OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
NAR and/or NAC required.
Current Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential (or equivalent) with the Washington State Department of Health is needed within 60 days of employment.
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work.
It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.
We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact Sharon.
sterling@dshs.
wa.
gov or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference job number 04771.
Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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