Description

Work Schedule:

40 hours/week Monday-Friday

Who We Are

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center (FQHC) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing over 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.

What We Value

• Respect
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.

Job Summary

We believe mental & emotional health are an important part of overall health and wellness. Our behavioral health team works closely with patients and their Primary Care Providers to help them meet their health care goals.  As the Specialty Behavioral Health (SBH) Supervisor, you would be responsible for supervision of the specialty behavioral health program and the employees within the department. The Supervisor’s role is to ensure the integral duties are carried out successfully by the department employees.   Duties are listed below:  

1. Provides supervision to departmental staff:

a. Assigns duties to employees; provides daily guidance and supervision.

b. Reviews employee assignments and provides specific instructions on completion of tasks/responsibilities.

c. Provides and/or ensures employees receive instruction/training needed to successfully complete their assigned job responsibilities.

d. Ensures that employees are aware of, and adhere to, appropriate company policies and procedures.

e. Provides input into the maintenance and upkeep of departmental job descriptions.

f. Prepares and conducts performance appraisals, including establishment and implementation of developmental plans, for direct reports.

g. Provides recommendations on hiring, corrective actions, and terminations; executes coaching.
 

2. Provides direction to SBH team.

a. Develops team goals and objectives in partnership with BH Director 

b. Updates team standards and procedures in conjunction with leadership team 

c. Maintains team performance measures within the appropriate levels as required by strategic and operational plans.

d. Participates in hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, and termination decisions.

3. Provides leadership as an active, contributing participant in management-level planning and management.

a. Serves as a member of the Behavioral Health leadership team and the UCNW management team, participating in robust discussions and contributing to decision making and implementation of initiatives.

b. Develops and implements operational plans for the SBH team, aligning them with departmental and organization-wide goals and objectives.

c. Works actively on enhancing clinical and leadership skills and effectiveness.

4. Provides clinical supervision:

a. Provides clinical feedback and consultation to employed clinicians. 

b. Provides clinical direction for complex issues.

c. Ensures appropriate clinical practice within scope.

5. Maintains and develops programs:

a. Ensures all program procedures and workflows are accurate and up to date in collaboration with the BH Operations Manager.

b. Designs program solutions to meet clinical needs as they arise.

c. Trains/Retrains program and other impacted staff through program changes and development.

d. Represents and advocates for the SBH program at meetings.

6. Performs clinical counseling:

a. Provides clinical assessment and diagnosis to assigned patient population.

b. Provides counseling services to a designated panel of patients.

c. Appropriately documents all patient interactions.

d. Consults with clinical team around shared patients.

You can learn more about the counselor portion of the role at https://youtu.be/NPYHfSLvIO4 and learn more about behavioral health services provided at Unity Care NW at Behavioral Health - Unity Care NW.

What We Offer

• A friendly, team-based environment
• Clinical supervision for all therapists
• Opportunities for group collaboration
• A competitive compensation package
• A salaried position without the work & overhead costs of running a private practice
• Outpatient only with no call schedule
• In-house case management
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)
• Ongoing, in-house leadership training
• 1-on-1 executive coaching with our Organizational Development Specialist

Loan Repayment Application Opportunities

• Employment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed at studentaid.gov
• Eligible providers may apply for loan repayment through the National Health Service Crops at nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program and the Washington Student Achievement Council at wsac.wa.gov/washington-health-corps

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
• 6 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (160 hours Year 1, 208 hours Year 2 & increasing again at Year 5 & Year 10)
• Other paid leaves including: Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Transportation Incentives
• Healthy Living reimbursement program
• Medical Hardship payroll loans, Employee Referral Bonuses, Will preparation services & gym discounts
• Continuing Education benefit
• Reimbursement of license renewal fees

Compensation:

• Salary, Exempt
• The standard wage range for this role is $90,000 to $110,200 per year
• It may be possible to earn more over time up to $130,500 per year

About Bellingham

Live in a community consistently rated as one of the most desirable in the USA! Nestled on Bellingham Bay at the foot of the Cascade Mountains just a short distance from Seattle, Vancouver BC, and the San Juan Islands, Bellingham is home to over 90,000 people and surrounded by several charming small towns. Learn more at www.bellingham.org and enjoy all the area has to offer:

• Recreational & Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Skiing, Snow Boarding, Fishing, Sailing, Kayaking, & Camping
• Excellent Schools (University, Community College, Technical School, & Outstanding K-12 Educational System)
• Small Town or City Living (Unique Shops, Local Festivals, Farmers Markets, Berry Picking, & Community Events)
• Cultural Activities (Theater, Music, Independent Films, Museums, Art Studios, & Diverse Local Restaurants)

To Apply

Visit our Careers page at www.unitycarenw.org or contact Vicki Curtis, Provider Recruiter, at [email protected] or 360-788-2661. For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn at https://bit.ly/363mfhv!

Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for Covid-19 and influenza. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process. 

Requirements

Requirements

• Independent license as a Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist or Psychologist in Washington State (or be eligible to obtain an independent license)
• Approved Supervisor Status with the Washington State Department of Health (or be eligible to obtain this) allowing you to perform clinical supervision - requirements can be reviewed at WAC 246-809-234:
• 5 or more years direct clinical experience with community health populations, preferably working in an integrated model
• 2 or more years' experience supervising and mentoring employees 
• Full understanding of the theory behind how procedures and practices are developed, beyond how they are used at UCNW, in order to effectively make significant contributions to policy and procedure development
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (this can be obtained upon hire at no cost)

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience as an Approved Supervisor as defined per WAC 246-809-234: 
• Knowledge of state Medicaid mental health system functions, requirements, and changes, or proven ability to gain this knowledge
• Knowledge of the assessment and treatment of the full range of behavioral health disorders and familiarity with use of psychotropic medications
• Knowledge of how chronic medical issues and behavioral health interplay 
• Able to perform behavioral health assessments, clinical documentation and report writing
• Skilled in counseling skills including short term treatment and crisis intervention 
• Possess knowledge, experience, and, where applicable, certification in specific treatment modalities. Examples of specific skills and modalities include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Behavioral Activation, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Possesses BH clinical skills including, but not limited to behavioral health assessments, screening, and referrals; direct individual therapy/crisis intervention; organization and facilitation of psycho-educational and support groups; case management, outreach, documentation of assessments and progress notes
• Ability to follow all UCNW protocols, including those related to clinic administration, patient care, and completion of timely chart notes
• Keyboarding speed of 30 wpm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Proficiency with or ability to learn all electronic systems used at UCNW including Electronic Medical Records, scheduling systems, HR/Payroll software, training system, instant messaging, video conferencing and telehealth software

Qualifications that are a Plus

• Knowledge of the local community and private mental health and human services resources
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS issues including prevention & psychosocial aspects
• Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) certification
• Ability to communicate bilingually in Spanish or Russian

Candidates who meet the job requirements who have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!