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Mental Health Professional - Juvenile

Salary

$59,023.65 - $82,611.81 Annually

Location

Juvenile Court Services 902 N Adams Street Spokane WA 99260, WA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

23-00028

Department

Juvenile

Opening Date

01/30/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Job Summary

This position is 37.5 hours per week.

This position provides Mental Health screening, counseling, consulting and referral for assessment and treatment of probation youths and youths detained in the Juvenile Detention Facility. The position allocated to this class, under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager and the Juvenile Court Services Director, or designee, is responsible for the Mental Health screening, referral, consultation, counseling and behavior management planning of detained juveniles. Provides mental health services to Juvenile detainees and probationers with short term crisis episodes or serious to severe chronic mental health needs. In addition, the Juvenile Mental Health Professional will work with Community Health Care Providers and outside organizations to ensure continuity of care an appropriate discharge planning. Consults, trains and collaborates with Corrections and Probation Staff in the development and maintenance of a youth’s behavioral management plan and therapeutic environment.

NOTES SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION:

Maintains awareness of changes and updates to Washington State Administrative Code as pertains to Behavioral Health Agency Administration practices.

Assists in the preparation and administration of all local, state and federal behavioral health audits of clinical duties and other related issues.

Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that support behavioral health services identified as best practice and current with industry standards.

TOTAL COMPENSATION: $75,550 - $105,743 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

* * IMPORTANT INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS * *

SPOKANE COUNTY JUVENILE COURT

DEAR APPLICANT:

Thank you for considering the Spokane County Juvenile Court as a potential employer. Juvenile Court employees are directly responsible for the supervision and/or care of youth under the age of eighteen. As such, applicants undergo an extensive application and selection process as well as a thorough background investigation.

The effectiveness of the Juvenile Court is directly related to the quality of personnel employed by the Court and the level of public trust in those personnel. As a result, the following extensive application process is designed to elicit information to assist us in determining your character, suitability, and competence for the position for which you have applied.

Failure to complete the entire application, whether intentionally or unintentionally, will result in your removal from consideration.

In addition, the background investigation may include, but is not limited to: an interview(s); employer reference checks; polygraph test; criminal and driving records. Failure of any portion of the background investigation will be “cause” for removal from consideration. Upon completion of the background investigation, each candidate’s suitability is reviewed by Juvenile Court Administration.

The polygraph test is conducted using the information you have submitted and the Integrity Standards for Juvenile Court. Thank you for your interest in Spokane County Juvenile Court.

Examples of Duties

• Screens and assesses newly detained and probation juveniles for mental illness concerns, particularly as it affects the physical safety of the youth and others.

• Makes referrals and coordinates care with community providers.

• Reviews detained and probation youth whose daily classification status indicates a physical threat to self and/or others.

• Counsel’s youth identified through observation, screening, assessment or referral as needing Mental Health services.

• Develops, implements (with the Corrections and Probation Staff), and monitors Behavioral Management Plans and therapeutic environment needs for appropriate detained youth.

• Consults with other local Mental Health Professionals, the youth’s current Therapist, Psychiatrist, Chemical Dependency Counselor and the Nurse Manager regarding interventions and Behavioral Management Plans.

• Consults with and educates assigned Probation Staff regarding a youth’s Behavioral Management Plan, interventions, urgent care needs, and additional assessments and referrals for treatment.

• Coordinates Mental Health services with other departments, external organizations and agencies.

• Communicates with parents and care givers regarding treatment recommendations for youth.

• Provides crisis response and intervention.

• Maintains a current database and all necessary documentation of services including, but not limited to: screening, assessment, referral, counseling, consultation, behavioral and treatment plans, and agency and administrative paperwork.

• Determines Medicaid eligibility.

• Utilizes, the Involuntary Treatment Act, as needed.

• Trains Correction’s Staff in appropriate behavioral interventions regarding current mental health issues.

• Provides risk assessments for the court, crisis intervention, case management, and treatment recommendations for youth in detention.

• Testifies in Court as an expert witness.

• Complies with all federal, state and local legal requirements regarding Mental Health treatment, referral and confidentiality issues.

• Participates and successfully completes all training requirements at the direction of the Juvenile Court Services Director, or designee.

• Assists Nurse Manager in developing and drafting departmental Mental Health policies and procedures, in accordance with WAC and RCW requirements..

• Attends and participates in agency staff meetings, community meetings and other various committees.

• Performs all duties required to maintain current facility licensure from Washington State Mental Health Division.

• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Science, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a related field.

• One (1) year of related experience preferably in the field of Mental Health.

• Experience providing psychological and Mental Health service and/or crisis intervention services to adolescents highly desirable.

• Possession of a current Washington State Mental Health Professional license is required.

• Additional certification as a Child Mental Health Specialist and/or a Substance Abuse Counselor is also preferred.

• PLEASE NOTE: Incumbents must also pass a Washington State Patrol Background investigation and all other County and Juvenile Court Services pre-employment requirements such as polygraph, personality and drug tests.

• Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Selection Factors

• Knowledge of mental Health and chemical dependency issues, normal and abnormal human development, developmental disabilities, and abuse and neglect.

• Knowledge of currently accepted principles and best practices in the treatment of Mental Health and chemical dependency issues, normal and abnormal human development, developmental disabilities, and abuse and neglect.

• Knowledge of State, Federal and Local laws for voluntary admissions and involuntary commitments, restraints and confidentiality.

• Knowledge of State Mental Health Facility Licensure requirements.

• Knowledge of outpatient resources available with the Regional Support Network and through other allied providers.

• Knowledge of customer service techniques and team building concepts.

• Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and the general public.

• Skilled in adolescent counseling.

• Skilled in computer word processing and data entry.

• Skilled in concise documentation and organizing facts and present findings, conclusions and recommendations in a clear, concise and logical manner.

• Ability to provide Mental Health screening, crises intervention, individual and group therapy to detained youth.

• Ability to provide referral to appropriate Mental Health providers regarding assessment and treatment.

• Ability to manage aggressive and harmful behaviors of detained youth through counseling and the development and maintenance of a Behavioral Management Plan.

• Ability to deal with customers, co-workers and the general public in a tactful, calm, courteous and professional manner often in stressful situations.

• Ability to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, particularly with diverse client populations.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment in addressing a variety of adolescent problems and situations.

• Ability to understand and support clinical services and treatment plans.

• Ability to liaison with and educate Corrections and Probation Staff regarding mental health issues and a youth’s treatment plan.

• Ability to work flexible hours.

• Ability to handle interruptions efficiently and effectively.

• Ability to assist in program development and evaluation; prepare reports on program performance, needs, services, information and demographic data.

• Ability to provide concise and articulate court testimony regarding youth therapeutic needs and recommendations.

SPOKANE COUNTY

Employee Benefits Summary

The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.

PAID TIME OFF

Spokane County Observed Holidays

Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.

PTO

Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.

Vacation

For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).

Sick Leave

Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.

Other Leaves

Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Medical Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).

2023 Rates:

Premera

Employee Only: $38.04 per month

Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month

Employee & Family: $209.60 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month

Kaiser:

Employee: $35.92 per month

Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month

Employee & Family: $196.06 per month

Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month

Dental Insurance

Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.

2023 Rates:

Delta Dental Willamette Dental

Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month

Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month

Group Life Insurance

The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Long Term Disability Coverage

Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.

RETIREMENT

Retirement Plan (401a)

Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.

Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)

Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

AFLAC

Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.

Travel Assistance

Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.

WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS

Employee Assistance Program

Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.

Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program

Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.

Wellness Programs

There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.

Discounts

There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.

01

Do you have a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Science, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a related field AND one (1) year of related experience preferably in the field of Mental Health?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you have a current Washington State Mental Health Professional license?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Please check the box that applies to your current Union status (if you are not a current Spokane County employee, please select "I am not a Union member").

• I am in a position covered by the 492J or 1553 CBA in Juvenile.

• I am in a position covered by the 1553 CBA in another department.

• I am in a position covered by the Master Contract.

• I am not a Union member.

  04

  PLEASE NOTE: THE REMAINING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS EXCEPT CURRENT JUVENILE COURT SERVICES EMPLOYEES. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE IF ALL QUESTIONS ARE NOT ANSWERED.

  05

  You may be subject to the following exams: criminal background check, fingerprints, CPS check, military check, DOL check, transcript check, federal debarment check, professional & personal reference checks, polygraph exam, physical ability test, employment physical, vehicle insurance check, application verifications. Are you willing to sign a "waiver and authorization to release information" document for the Juvenile Court administration to complete the exams listed above?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Have you ever committed any offense involving the physical, sexual abuse or mistreatment of a child under age 18?

• Yes

• No

  07

  Are you currently subject to a pending gross misdemeanor or felony criminal charge; (this includes individuals awaiting trial or sentencing; determination on appeal or who are under sentencing conditions)?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Have you ever been convicted of any gross misdemeanor or felony convictions for sexual offenses, physical assaults, domestic violence, harassment, intimidation, violent felonies, or offenses involving the use of a weapon?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Have you ever been convicted of any of the following Violent or Felony Sex Offenses? Check all that apply.

• Arson 1 or 2

• Assault 1 or 2

• Assault of a Child 1 or 2

• Burglary 1

• Child Molestation 1 or 2 or 3

• Communication with a minor for immoral purposes

• Custodial Sexual Misconduct 1 or 2

• Dealing in Depictions of Minor engage in Sexually explicit Material

• Drive-By Shooting

• Extortion 1

• Failure to register as a Sex Offender (if original crime was a felony sex offense or sexual misconduct with a minor 2 or a non-felony sex offense)

• Homicide by Abuse

• Incest 1 or 2

• Indecent Liberties

• Kidnapping 1 or 2

• Manslaughter 1 or 2

• Murder 1 or 2

• Patronizing Juvenile Prostitute

• Rape 1 or 2 or 3

• Rape of a Child 1 or 2 or 3

• Robbery 1 or 2

• Sending, Bringing into State depictions of Minor Engaged in Sexual Explicit Conduct

• Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

• Sexually Violating Human Remains

• Vehicular Assault

• Vehicular Homicide while under the influence of drugs or alcohol or by the operation of a vehicle in a reckless manner

• Voyeurism

• None apply

  10

  Have you ever been subject or committed to any of the following (this includes awaiting trial or sentencing, determination on appeal or under sentencing conditions)? Check all that apply.

• Any class A felony

• Any felony

• Any attempt to commit a class A felony, criminal solicitation of or criminal conspiracy to commit a class A felony

• Any conviction for a felony offense in effect at any time prior to July 1, 1976, that is comparable to a felony classified as a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030

• Any federal or out-of-state conviction for an offense that under the laws of this state would be a felony classified as a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030

• Any felony with a judge's finding of sexual motivation

• Any felony that is an attempt to commit, criminal solicitation of, or criminal conspiracy to commit a sex offense

• Any federal or out-of-state conviction for an offense that under the laws of this state would be a felony classified as a sex offense

• None apply

  11

  Have you ever been found in any dependency action under RCW 13.34.030(2)(b) to have sexually assaulted, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  12

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  13

  Have you ever been found by a court in a domestic relations proceedings under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  14

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  15

  Have you ever been found in any disciplinary board final decision to have sexually abused, exploited, or physically abused any minor?

• Yes

• No

  16

  If answer is yes to the above question, in which state? Date of such findings?

  17

  Have you ever been convicted of any offense involving the possession, sale, manufacture and/or distribution of controlled substances or other regulated drugs (including attempts at such offenses)?

• Yes

• No

  18

  Have you ever possessed or experimented with the following? (Possession is defined as: Controlling, holding, touching, selling, trafficking, or transporting any illegal substance) Check all that apply.

• Steroids

• Hashish

• Methamphetamines "Speed"

• Cocaine

• Crack

• Heroin

• Amphetamines "Uppers"

• Pain Killers (Other than prescribed)

• LSD "Acid"

• PCP "Angel Dust"

• Barbiturates "Downers"

• Valium (Other than prescribed)

• Hallucinogens / Mushrooms

• "Designer" Type Drugs

• Opiate, Morphine, Opium

• Ecstasy (MDMA)

• GHB (Fantasy, Liquid X, Liquid E, Juice)

• None apply

  19

  Note the First and Last time (Mo/Yr) you possessed or experimented with the drug checked above or write "does not apply" if you did not check any of the above.

  20

  Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? (includes traffic citations)

• Yes

• No

  21

  If you checked yes to the above question, indicate the citation and dates.

  22

  Have you ever committed a crime that did not result in an arrest or conviction?

• Yes

• No

  23

  If yes to the above question, descibe circumstances.

  24

  Have you ever committed a misdemeanor involving harm or threat to persons or property, i.e., assault, fighting, or vandalism, etc?

• Yes

• No

  25

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  26

  Have you ever been in the presence of others when they were involved in any illegal activities even though you did not participate?

• Yes

• No

  27

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  28

  Have you been convicted of, knowingly committed, or participated in illegal sexual activity?

• Yes

• No

  29

  If yes to above question, describe circumstances.

  30

  Do you have or have had substantiated referrals for child abuse and neglect to the Department of Social and Health Services/ Division of Children and Family Services in Washington state or in any other state's social services agency within the past seven years?

• Yes

• No

  31

  Have you been a party in a Juvenile Court proceeding in any state where findings were made of abandonment, abuse or neglect, or inability to parent a child and/or has had parental rights terminated?

• Yes

• No

  32

  Do you have or ever had a child who has been under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court for a dependency action?

• Yes

• No

  33

  While employed, were you terminated for cause, terminated during the probationary period, or did you resign not in good standing?

• Yes

• No

  34

  As an employee, have you ever done anything for which you could be fired?

• Yes

• No

  35

  Have you quit, or been asked to leave from two or more jobs in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  36

  Have you falsified or left out significant information on any application?

• Yes

• No

  37

  Have you received written warnings from past employers for absenteeism or tardiness more than three times in the past five years?

• Yes

• No

  38

  Have you missed any days of work due to use of alcohol or marijuana in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  39

  Have you been accused of sexual harassment at any time or involved in any way in a sexual harassment case (PREA 115.317)?

• Yes

• No

  40

  Have you ever been involved in a physical altercation with a family member?

• Yes

• No

  41

  If yes to the above question, describe circumstances.

  42

  Have you ever used, possessed, manufactured, sold offered to sell, distributed, or transported for sale any illegal drugs/narcotics other than marijuana in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  43

  Have you used illegal drugs on the job in the last five years?

• Yes

• No

  44

  Have you made misrepresentations or misstatements of facts in the application or during these supplemental questions as to any information sought by the Juvenile Court to assess suitability for employment?

• Yes

• No

  45

  Would any problem result if your present employer was contacted during the course of a background investigation?

• Yes

• No

  46

  Have you failed to disclose any information which the Juvenile Court management will need to determine your suitability as a prospective Juvenile Court employee?

• Yes

• No

  47

  If yes to the above question, please describe.

  48

  Are you a member of any terrorist group?

• Yes

• No

  49

  If you answered yes to the above, "Are you a member of any terrorist group?", then please explain.

  50

  Have you ever been contacted or investigated by any Federal Agency?

• Yes

• No

  51

  If you answered yes to the question, "Have you ever been contacted or investigated by any Federal Agency?", then which agency?

  52

  Have you ever been denied security clearance for any reason?

• Yes

• No

  53

  If you answered yes to the question, "Have you ever been denied security clearance for any reason?", then please explain.

  Required Question

Agency

Spokane County

Address

824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260

Phone

509-477-5750

Website

http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment