**Job Description** **Harborview Medical Center 's Edward Thomas House Medical Respite program** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Mental Health Specialist** **WORK SCHEDULE** + Per-Diem + Variable/Rotating Shift **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + Be a part of an amazing team that is passionate about Harborview’s mission + Make an impact on patients experiencing homelessness + Great steppingstone to furthering your Mental Health professional career **DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION** The Edward Thomas House Medical Respite is a unique medical respite harm reduction program that provides shelter care with embedded nursing, mental health, and case management services to an at-risk homeless population. Medical Respite is a part of the Healthcare for the Homeless Network and is supported by funds from multiple sources including King County Public Health, MIDD, and local hospitals. The Edward Thomas House admits patients referred from all King County area hospitals 7 days a week and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The program is operated by Harborview Medical Center (HMC) at an off-site location next to the Harborview emergency department. **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Contribute to and document initial and ongoing bio-psychosocial patient evaluations and assessments. + Develop patient care plan with interdisciplinary team. + Facilitate therapeutic sessions and patient/family conferences. + Deescalate potentially dangerous situations and promote stability on unit. + Recognize and communicate observations related to effects and side effects of medications and signs of substance intoxication or withdrawal to RNs. + Communicate with providers, authorities, and others for patients' continued care, may include referral to Emergency Room. **REQUIREMENTS** + Bachelor’s degree; AND one year as a Mental Health Specialist I, or equivalent; experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. + Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. + **Legal Requirement:** Eligible to obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor Certification upon hire. **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $29.71 hourly **Pay Range Maximum:** $42.55 hourly **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ **Shift:** Alternate Work Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a temporary position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 0.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** WFSE HMC **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.