Provide skill building, coaching, and crisis support to youth and families within the WISe program in home and community settings. Maintain a caseload, facilitate group activities, and collaborate with care coordinators to implement individualized support plans.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma and one year of related experience in human behavior and mental health. Must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and obtain Counselor Agency Affiliated Registration within 60 days of hire.
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Job description
Lutheran Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU: As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives.
We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve.
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Life insurance coverage at no cost to you Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked) Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked) 12 paid agency recognized holidays 2 floating holidays to use your way 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies) Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.
We are a community focused nonprofit known for supporting youth and families with compassion, cultural humility, and a strong team-based approach.
As a Behavioral Interventionist you will be part of the WISe team providing skill building, coaching and support directly in the home and community, working side by side with families and their natural support.
You will build meaningful relationships and help strengthen stability and confidence for youth who are navigating difficult seasons.
This role is a great fit for someone who wants their work to have purpose, to feel the impact of what they do, and to grow within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Maintain a caseload of youth and families enrolled in WISe and provide ongoing engagement, support and follow-up based on each family’s goals, strengths and needs.
Support youth and families during crisis situations by utilizing the individualized support plan, collaborating with the team, and reinforcing coping and problem-solving strategies.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Floating Holidays
Vacation Time
Prescription Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan With Employer Matching
Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Attend and participate in Child and Family Team meetings whenever possible or provide timely and meaningful updates to the Care Coordinator when unable to attend.
Facilitate or co-facilitate group activities that build skills, support connections, and promote positive relationships within the family and broader support network.
Provide services in community-based settings which may include the family home, schools, JJC, and other agreed upon safe locations, including transporting youth and families as needed to support engagement.
Participate in the WISe on call rotation to provide after hours support when a youth or family is experiencing a crisis or needs assistance outside of regular business hours.
Complete all progress notes, documentation and required record keeping within established timelines and maintain professional standards that reflect quality and consistency of care.
Partner with youth and caregivers to assess strengths, needs and interests and provide culturally responsive, trauma informed and skill-based interventions that support safety, stability and progress toward identified goals.
HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT: (1) years of related experience in the areas of human behavior and mental health; awareness of individual differences in ability, personality, and interest.
HS diploma or equivalent Counselor Agency Affiliated Registration is required within (60) days of hire.
Basic mastery of business applications and productivity suites Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.
Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and through the use of technology, with moderate periods of stationary activity and minimal periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to such as walking in the community, sitting on the floor during sessions, and engaging in movement-based skill building activities with youth.
Moves equipment/materials weighing up to (20) pounds Travels between worksites frequently; Must possess a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and a clear motor vehicle record (MVR).
Reliable transportation is required, and the position may require travel between facilities using either a personal or agency vehicle for work-related duties within Benton and Franklin County Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, outdoor settings in varying weather conditions, and faith-based settings such as churches Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program Thank you!
We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply.
While we’re unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.
