"Ensuring Safety Excellence: In compliance with Washington State's ESSB 5123, we prioritize safety in our workforce by conducting controlled substance testing, including marijuana, for this position, which is deemed safety-sensitive.”

Mission

To support all who desire to make changes in their health and quality of life, regardless of where they are or when they need it.  We do this through evidenced-based services, innovative programs, and a legacy of family-orientated treatment options.  

Values

Heart – Triumph’s heart is evident in all we do.  What we do matters, who we serve matters, you matter.

Excellence – We strive for the highest standards, always seeking to improve the quality of our services and relationships.

Inclusivity – Our clients and staff represent our community.  Triumph recognizes the need to be equitable in building our teams and making our services accessible.  There are no closed doors at Triumph.  

Integrity – Triumph is built on a foundation of best practices for serving our patients, our staff, and our communities.   We are accountable to this legacy through our daily work. 

Position Summary: The Mental Health Intern (Counselor) is responsible for providing quality clinical services including assessment, individual and group therapy for clients within our programs. They assist in establishing medical necessity and diagnosis, develop treatment plans, and assist the patient in formulating and achieving their goals. All work will be overseen by Triumph's on-site Clinical Mental Health Supervisor. A clinical affiliation agreement will be signed and agreed upon by the educational institution and the overseeing supervisor at Triumph which will be the "clinical site."

CORE COMPETENCIES

Collaborates with Others

Collaborating cohesively and in a helpful manner to accomplish shared objectives alongside peers.

• Recognizes and honors the contributions and hard work of others.
• Offers valuable and actionable feedback to peers in a constructive and professional manner.

Acting with Empathy and Compassion

Genuinely understand and respect for others' perspectives and emotions. Strive to foster a culture of compassion, empathy, and support that extends beyond our walls.

• Maintains open and effective communication channels with team members.
• Stays open, curious, and flexible to suspend judgments and evaluations when considering what others offer.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Offer comprehensive assessment and specialized therapeutic counseling for individuals and groups in various programs.
• Deliver personalized case management services tailored to individual needs.
• Maintain compliance with local, regional, state, and federal regulations by implementing effective quality assurance (QAR) processes for consumer services.
• Cultivates and sustains partnerships with community resources to improve the well-being and functionality of individuals with mental illness.
• Implement discharge plans and community placement plans for clients upon completion of treatment.
• Ensure that client records are consistently updated in line with agency standards, as well as state, federal, and contractual obligations.
• Remain knowledgeable regarding legal obligations in emergency management, including the involvement of Child Protective Services (CPS) and Adult Protective Services (APS) and reporting to the police.
• Engage in psychiatric/psychological consultation upon request from the licensed clinical supervisor.
• Ensure client and staff confidentiality.
• Stay up-to-date and in compliance by completing the necessary training and continuing education required by your contract and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor’s experience required.
• Be currently enrolled in a Master's Degree in Counseling, Family Therapy, or Social Work.

Experience:

Bilingual preferred. 

• Possess advanced writing, oral and computer skills to perform the functions of this job description.
• Knowledgeable in alcoholism and drug addiction preferred
• Knowledgeable in long-term rehabilitative processes, including awareness of the need for medical care, post-treatment crises, relapse, and new problems arising from sobriety preferred

Licenses/Certificates/Registration:

• Must have a professional license and registration number from the State Department of Health.
• Must apply for the Agency Affiliated Counselor number from the State Department of Health.
• Must apply for National Providers Identification Number from the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System 

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package (full time employees) including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance
• Health savings, flex spending, and dependent care accounts
• 401K with employer matching
• Generous PTO and holiday pay

For additional information on benefits:

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WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Comprehension
   1. Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and written instructions or other information.
2. Reasoning and Decision Making
   1. Ability to plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction.
   2. Ability to analyze situations and make decisions that moderately impact the immediate work unit.
3. Organization
   1. Ability to organize and prioritize job duties effectively and timely, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
4. Communication
   1. Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, and communicate orally.
5. Physical requirements for this position include hearing, seeing, smelling, speaking, feeling, reaching, pinching, and repetitive motions.
   1. This position requires standing, walking, and bending for long periods. 
   2. This position may require exerting up to 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, pull, or move objects

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Triumph Treatment Services complies with federal and state laws and applicable discrimination regulations based on any protected class as defined by law. Triumph Treatment Services specifically does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, non-job related sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds for all employment opportunities at Triumph Treatment Services.