Mental Health Clinician
Position Summary:
The Mental Health Clinician with Ash & Birch provides professional counseling services to individuals, couples, families and/or groups experiencing various mental health and/or emotional challenges. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing therapeutic interventions, and promoting the well-being of clients in accordance with ethical standards, best practices and weight-inclusive care.
We Offer
Employment Structure
Working either hybrid or fully in-person (in our Puyallup and/or Olympia office) .
W-2 positions with flexible scheduling.
Compensation
$75,000-$85,000 depending upon licensure status and experience
Benefits
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Medical insurance
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Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay
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Flexible work schedule, allowing for 4-day work weeks
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Employee referral bonus
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Retirement benefits and planning services offered after one year
Professional Development
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Regular supervision and case consultation groups
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Quarterly consultation groups with other professionals in the community
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Balanced workload to prevent burnout.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include monitoring and documenting client progress, maintaining accurate and confidential records, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals. The role also involves engaging in crisis intervention, developing crisis management plans, and advocating for clients' mental health needs. Additionally, the provider will conduct workshops and educational sessions, promote equity, and challenge systemic barriers.
Candidates are expected to participate in ongoing training, supervision, and peer consultation. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to providing holistic and compassionate care to the community.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
- Licensed or license-eligible as a counselor or counselor associate (LMHC, LMHCA, LICSW, LICSWA, LMFT, LMFTA) in Washington state.
- All applicants will be required to pass a background check before employment
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong therapeutic and assessment skills
- Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
- Emotional resilience and the ability to handle emotional and potentially stressful or crisis situations that require professionalism, empathy and a calm presence.
- Consistent professional boundaries that supports sustainable engagement in vulnerable therapeutic work
- Ability to contribute to a supportive team environment that fosters a collaborative and positive workplace
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 plus years of clinical experience in mental health counseling.
- Experience with specific populations (e.g., children, veterans, trauma survivors)
- Certification in specific therapeutic approaches (e.g., EMDR, EFT)
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
