WHAT WE OFFER OUR TEAM:

• Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation
• Continuing education and career development opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Amazing culture
• Focus on wellbeing/work-life balance
• Mental health benefits
• Fulfilling careers 

As an expression of our commitment to our staff and clients, Akin provides extensive professional training and development for employees. Child & Family Therapists receive a robust, individualized training package specific to their position that includes evidence-based therapies, including certification where applicable. Therapeutic models may include Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Circle of Security, Incredible Years, Celebrating Families!, CBT+, Trauma-Focused CBT and more! We believe that everyone benefits from this investment when families receive high-quality services from staff equipped with the cutting-edge tools to help families reach their full potential.

AS A CHILD AND FAMILIY THERAPIST YOU WILL:

Provide ongoing clinical and/or case management services to a diverse population including specialized treatment services in a variety of settings conducts intake, assessment, and diagnosis.

• Conduct initial consumer screening intake and assessment
• Assess and determines consumer diagnosis/service need
• Develop treatment/service plans and/or make appropriate community referral
• Implement treatment/service plans using a variety of therapeutic/educational interventions in a variety of locations and settings
• Perform treatment/service evaluations and follow-up
• Perform routine administrative duties associated with a clinical setting
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with appropriate community resources
• Advocate for the values of a diverse population within Akin and the Community

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A Master’s degree in Social Work or related field is required, plus 2 to 4 years’ clinical practice with children, youth, and families that was gained under the supervision of a mental health professional recognized by the state of Washington
• Required Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential (obtained after hire)
• A valid Washington State driver’s license is required
• Proof of CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 30 days
• A one-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment.  For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided
• HIV/AIDS and blood borne pathogens training required within 30 days
• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Successful completion of a driver's check and at least five years' driving experience. Must not have more than two driving incidents within the last three years 

* Must have 1-3 year’s experience to pass licensure exam to progress to Child & Family Therapist (licensed)

SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
The target starting pay for this position is $22.93 -$32.76, typically within the first half of the range. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant’s pay history into account.
The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A Master’s degree in Social Work or related field is required, plus 2 to 4 years’ clinical practice with children, youth, and families that was gained under the supervision of a mental health professional recognized by the state of Washington
• Required Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential (obtained after hire)
• A valid Washington State driver’s license is required
• Proof of CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 30 days
• A one-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment.  For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided
• HIV/AIDS and blood borne pathogens training required within 30 days
• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Successful completion of a driver's check and at least five years' driving experience. Must not have more than two driving incidents within the last three years 

* Must have 1-3 year’s experience to pass licensure exam to progress to Child & Family Therapist (licensed)