Certified Mental Health Worker (CMHW) - Afton, WY

WHAT IS A CERTIFIED MENTAL HEALTH WORKER?

Certified Mental Health Worker (CMHW) is Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Mental Health Career in Wyoming with Only a Bachelor’s Degree

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DO YOU QUALIFY TO BECOME A CMHW? IF YOU HAVE A BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN A RELATED HUMAN SERVICE FIELD, YOU DO!!

Certified Mental Health Worker by Examination  - This is intended for those with a bachelor's degree in a human behavioral discipline who are not licensed in another jurisdiction and have tested or need to test.

Certified Mental Health Worker by Reciprocity  - This is intended for those with a bachelor's degree in a human behavioral discipline who hold a similar license in another jurisdiction.

Position Overview

 Under the direction of the Clinical Director, or a qualified clinical supervisor, the Certified Mental Health Worker (CMHW) is an individual, who performs the application of human services or psychological theory and methods to the treatment or prevention of psychosocial dysfunction, disability, or impairment, including emotional or mental disorders, under the supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor licensed in the state of Wyoming. The practice of a CMHW shall not include assigning a diagnosis or invoking a Title 25 hold.

Full-time or part-time positions available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain quality and timely documentation of services that encompasses all aspects of patient care.
• Provide evidence-based treatment to produce desired results through Feedback Informed Therapy.
• Deliver treatment through individual and manualized group treatment.
• Participate in clinical supervision and training to develop competence to the level of proficiency in eight professional practice dimensions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with Clinical Director, co-workers, office and administrative staff, and community stakeholders.

Full job description available upon request.

Candidate Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services field of study such as addictionology, chemical dependency, substance use disorder, counseling, psychology, social work, sociology or a related field.
• Ability to obtain a Certified Mental Health Worker license in the state of Wyoming.
• High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Successful completion of HCBH pre-employment screening and background check.
• Has the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Has a valid driver’s license and eligible for HCBH insurance coverage(s).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to conceptualize, develop and implement programs to their completion in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Full-time Benefits include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Generous PTO Package
  • Wyoming Retirement Plan (9.25% Employee/9.37% Employer)

Who We Are

 Since 1986, our non-profit organization has been committed to providing rural communities in Wyoming and Idaho with affordable access to life-changing behavioral services. Our team of licensed professionals are devoted to the application of therapeutic methods that enhance the lives and well-being of our clientele through counseling, case management, medication management and crisis services.

It is our Mission to effectively listen, guide, and teach those who are at a crossroad in their lives how to build healthy relationships, regulate emotions, and manage stress in order to reduce suffering and reach their potential for happiness and well-being.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, sit, and use the hands. Occasionally stoop, crouch, or kneel. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 25 pounds.

High Country Behavioral Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law. High Country Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.