Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job Location: Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe – Sequim, WA

Job Category: Health Care

Position Type: Full Time

Jamestown Family Health Clinic is searching for a full-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), to join our growing Behavioral Health team. The LCSW will consider social determinants of health to develop comprehensive care plans in treating complex medical patients in an outpatient setting. This position works closely with Family Medicine physicians and advanced care practitioners to assist in the diagnosis and treatment plans for behavioral health (BH) conditions. The LCSW credentialed BH counselor will work directly with patients in one to one BH counseling visits to provide long-term goals focused on improving quality of life, incorporating treatment for behavioral health diagnoses, and offering non-pharmacological and complementary options for symptom management. Our clinic population leans heavily towards the treatment of older adults but includes adolescents, teens, and younger adults.

Our Jamestown Family Health Clinic provides primary medical services to Tribal citizens and Non-tribal community members seeking quality healthcare. We are organized to offer a team-based approach; providing comprehensive, primary medical and behavioral health care for our patients and our patients’ families.

Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe has implemented COVID-19 safety measures to ensure the health and well-being of our employees, patients, Tribe, and vulnerable citizens of our community, which includes required masking regardless of vaccination status. All healthcare staff are required to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination prior to starting their first day of employment.

Why work for Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe?

As a committed and collaborative partner in our community for over four decades, the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe (JST) has continued to grow the areas of economic development, healthcare, natural resources, hospitality, cultural preservation, and the arts. Through our Resort Enterprises and Tribal Government, we are now the second largest employer in Clallam County, and provide a wide range of employment opportunities to our Tribal Citizens and community.

Our employees are like extended family, and we believe in providing employee benefit programs and incentives that cultivate a positive and enriching work environment, and healthy lifestyle. We hope that each of our employees continue to honor our commitment to our community and to treat our patients and co-workers like family as well.

All Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe employees enjoy 7 Cedars Resort and local discounts including food, retail items, gym memberships, cell phone plans, fuel, golf, as well as retirement benefits, employee assistant program access, and more! Benefited employees also receive employer paid medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, and wellness reimbursements, and more!

If you would like to become a part of our team, check out this position’s job details below, and apply today! Make sure to include current email and phone contacts for all provided professional and personal references in your application.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, you will:
  • Provide age and culturally appropriate comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments for mental health, substance abuse, and medical needs in the primary care setting.
  • Provide behavioral health services to individuals, couples, and families, including, but not limited to. counseling, intake, assessment/evaluation, diagnosing, treatment planning, crisis intervention and referred to CD treatment
  • Provide liaison services, social work support, and referrals to local resources and community agencies, including medication assistance programs.
  • Provide psychoeducational information as appropriate for patients and/or family members or accompanying caregivers.
  • Collaborate with specialty care services (i.e. BH, MAT, Chronic Disease Management) to develop and facilitate the group visit model.
  • Collaborate with Quality Improvement teams to develop and implement processes for data collection.
  • Provide consultation and feedback to primary care providers.
  • Provide training to JFHC staff on specific behavioral health issues (e.g. depression, mindfulness, health lifestyle, choices, anxiety, and care giver challenges).
  • Develop and maintain familiarity with MH/SA related psychopharmacology.
  • Remain current and knowledgeable about local and regional resources for mental health and substance abuse treatment, developing collaborative relationships where possible.
  • Remain current on basic funding rules and guidelines as it relates to behavioral health integrated care delivery of services.
  • Participate in outreach educational activities in the community as assigned.
  • Maintain a regular schedule in clinic in collaboration with the treatment teams at each clinic that best accommodates their need.
  • Maintain all necessary documentation and participate in ongoing dialogue about content, quality, and organization of BH progress notes, self-management goals, care plans, etc.
  • Participate in all JFHC meetings and training as directed or assigned.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues in primary and specialty care teams.
  • Assist in identifying, developing, and integrating new BH treatment opportunities for MH/SA patients when possible.
What are the Required Qualifications for this position?
  • Master’s degree in social work and three (3) years post licensure experience 
  • Must possess knowledge of counseling techniques, crisis intervention, and have the ability to make independent judgment related to counseling as a direct service is essential.
  • Experience and skills in group facilitation and planning processes
  • Must maintain relevant Washington state Professional License (LCSW)
  • Read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations. 
  • Excellent organizational, coordination, and management skills with experience working in simultaneous, often diverse programs to effectively manage time, resources and client caseload.  
  • Analyze, evaluate and diagnose situations and adopt effective plans of action. 
  • Assess physical and mental health concerns. 
  • Demonstrates strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Suites, knowledge of data management (EMR) and analysis when needed.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills including effective verbal and written communication with demonstrated willingness to work within a team environment. 
  • Knowledge of and the ability to apply relevant laws and regulations as they pertain to social services and specific professional licensure.
  • Knowledge of Indian culture and communities.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned 
  • Must maintain a valid Washington state driver’s license with insurance
  • Must be able to successfully pass criminal background investigation
What are the Preferred Qualifications for this position?
  • Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations 
  • Knowledge of office administrative operations, including personnel management, and compliance 
  • Demonstrate initiative, work independently with little supervision
  • American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply

Family Practice Physician

Job Location: Jamestown Family Health Clinic – Sequim, WA

Job Category: Health Care

Position Type: Full Time

Join a collaborative team at Jamestown Family Health Clinic as a full-time Family Practice Physician. This welcoming, resourceful medical group includes internal orthopedist, chronic pain specialist, clinical pharmacist, behavioral health team, tele-psych practitioners, and full spectrum of Family Medicine providers. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance at the largest Family Practice Clinic on the Olympic Peninsula in Sunny Sequim Washington.

    • High Nursing and MA to provider staffing ratios
    • 16-18 patients a day
    • 4-day work weeks
    • Outpatient care only
    • Many incentives opportunities
    • We use Epic EHR and offer full time on site EHR elbow support
Where You’ll Work

The Jamestown Family Health Clinic (JFHC) is owned and operated by the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and provides primary medical services to both Tribal and non-Tribal community members seeking quality healthcare.

Where You’ll Live

Surrounded by natural beauty and full of small-town charm; Sequim is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and is one of the driest places in western Washington. An active arts community, vibrant downtown, and diverse culinary options make Sequim the cultural and commercial heart of the magnificent Olympic Peninsula. Moments away from the Olympic National Park and the Straits of Juan de Fuca you can enjoy all the spectacular views and activates from Sea to Ski.

Location

Jamestown Family Health Clinic

808 N 5th Ave Sequim, WA 98382

www.jamestownhealth.org