Jobs in Spokane Valley, WA

About the role

The WISe Wrap Around Family Support Specialist (FSS) is specially trained to coordinate and facilitate the WISe process individual(s) and their families. The FSS provides advanced care coordination activities to enrolled children and families within all phases and activities of WISe. This is a specialized position requiring a willingness to work a flexible 24/7 schedule in rotation with other clinical staff assigned to the WISe Team. The FSS is to provide targeted support services, and to assist in the provision of a system of care that is child-centered with the needs of the child and family dictating the types and mix of services provided, to assist in preventing an out-of-home placement. To be effective, the FSS will work with children in their homes and communities and incorporate the entire family in the treatment program and be focused on their strengths as well as the child’s age and cultural heritage.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field from accredited college or university.
• Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
• The FSS must complete a state supported WISe training module or its equivalent within 30 days of hire.
• The FSS must complete and be able to administer the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) Training within 30 days of hire.
• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, active car insurance and must be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.
• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.
• Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations.
• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services.
• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied, backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level and socio-economical status.
• Ability to evaluate situations and adopt an effective course of action, to delegate responsibilities as necessary and appropriate, organize and present facts effectively.
• Ability to establish working relationships with clinical, administrative, and support staff in order to develop professionalism and coordination within the team.
• Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with partner agencies, consumers, family members and the public.

Benefits