King County
Overview
This position offers a rare opportunity for a social worker to provide meaningful, in-depth clinical engagement with some of the most acute and underserved individuals in King County. As part of the King County Regional Mental Health Court (KC‑RMHC) team within Jail Health Services (JHS), the role allows focused, intensive work with a small panel of clients navigating serious and persistent mental illness, co‑occurring disorders, housing instability, and complex legal involvement. Social workers benefit from a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment—working alongside judges, attorneys, probation, psychiatric providers, peer supports, and community‑based behavioral health teams—to develop individualized, trauma‑informed treatment and release plans. This clinical position is ideal for social workers seeking to practice within a systems‑level, equity‑centered therapeutic court model. The team culture values inclusion, lived experience, and professional development, offering strong support, clinical consultation, and a deep commitment to person‑centered care. Key Duties
Conduct comprehensive, culturally responsive clinical assessments for individuals referred to KC‑RMHC, incorporating DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria, trauma history, co‑occurring disorders, and systemic barriers to care. Engage with individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, high acuity behavioral health conditions, and complex psychosocial needs, using advanced clinical judgment to determine eligibility for mental health and veterans therapeutic court programs. Develop individualized, trauma‑informed treatment and release plans that integrate behavioral health, housing, medical care, legal requirements, and other social supports. Coordinate services for in‑custody participants by working closely with medical, psychiatric, nursing, and pharmacy teams at KCCF and MRJC, as well as with DAJD and DCHS staff. Serve as a clinical liaison to the court, providing testimony and clinical insight into participants’ behavioral health needs, treatment options, and community conditions that support stabilization and long‑term recovery. Collaborate with public defenders, prosecutors, judges, probation, and community providers to align treatment plans with court conditions and ensure equitable, clinically appropriate outcomes. Maintain strong working relationships with community mental health, substance use disorder, housing, and reentry providers to ensure timely referrals and seamless transitions from custody to community‑based care. Uphold King County’s Equity and Social Justice (ESJ) principles in all aspects of clinical practice and program participation, demonstrating awareness of the impacts of systemic inequities on marginalized communities. Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing, clinical case consultation, and continuous quality improvement processes that support client outcomes, workforce development, and data‑informed practices. Maintain timely and thorough clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress updates, and court status reports in the electronic health record system. Other duties as assigned. Required
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling from an accredited institution. Active Washington State associate‑level licensure (LICSW/LICSWA, LMHC/LMHCA, LMFT/LMFTA, or equivalent). Three (3) years of full‑time clinical experience within the past five years providing services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness, co‑occurring substance use disorders, and complex psychosocial needs. One (1) year of experience conducting clinical assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in a behavioral health, criminal legal, or forensic setting. Experience coordinating care across behavioral health, medical, housing, and social service systems—ideally for Medicaid‑eligible adults. Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health and legal system resources in King, Snohomish, or Pierce County, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge. Advanced knowledge of trauma‑informed, person‑centered, harm reduction, and recovery‑oriented practices, including crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment. Strong clinical writing skills with the ability to clearly document assessments, service plans, and updates for legal and multidisciplinary audiences. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Teams) and electronic health record systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with clinical, legal, and community partners across diverse systems. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment. Must pass a background check and jail security clearance to access secure facilities. Ability to obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification for healthcare providers by start date. Ability to travel in a timely manner between various work locations across King County, including the King County Courthouse, KCCF (Seattle), and MRJC (Kent). Desired
Social Work or Mental Health licensure (LICSW, LASW, LMHC, or recognized equivalent). Proficiency in a language other than English. Substance Use Professional certification. Specialized specific experience providing social work services for individuals involved with the criminal justice system who have severe and persistent mental health and substance use issues. Application Process
Applicants must submit the following items:
NEOGOV Job Application ,
Supplemental Questions , and a
Cover Letter
(one page maximum) describing interest in the role and most relevant qualifications. Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" will be considered incomplete. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions.
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This position offers a rare opportunity for a social worker to provide meaningful, in-depth clinical engagement with some of the most acute and underserved individuals in King County. As part of the King County Regional Mental Health Court (KC‑RMHC) team within Jail Health Services (JHS), the role allows focused, intensive work with a small panel of clients navigating serious and persistent mental illness, co‑occurring disorders, housing instability, and complex legal involvement. Social workers benefit from a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment—working alongside judges, attorneys, probation, psychiatric providers, peer supports, and community‑based behavioral health teams—to develop individualized, trauma‑informed treatment and release plans. This clinical position is ideal for social workers seeking to practice within a systems‑level, equity‑centered therapeutic court model. The team culture values inclusion, lived experience, and professional development, offering strong support, clinical consultation, and a deep commitment to person‑centered care. Key Duties
Conduct comprehensive, culturally responsive clinical assessments for individuals referred to KC‑RMHC, incorporating DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria, trauma history, co‑occurring disorders, and systemic barriers to care. Engage with individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, high acuity behavioral health conditions, and complex psychosocial needs, using advanced clinical judgment to determine eligibility for mental health and veterans therapeutic court programs. Develop individualized, trauma‑informed treatment and release plans that integrate behavioral health, housing, medical care, legal requirements, and other social supports. Coordinate services for in‑custody participants by working closely with medical, psychiatric, nursing, and pharmacy teams at KCCF and MRJC, as well as with DAJD and DCHS staff. Serve as a clinical liaison to the court, providing testimony and clinical insight into participants’ behavioral health needs, treatment options, and community conditions that support stabilization and long‑term recovery. Collaborate with public defenders, prosecutors, judges, probation, and community providers to align treatment plans with court conditions and ensure equitable, clinically appropriate outcomes. Maintain strong working relationships with community mental health, substance use disorder, housing, and reentry providers to ensure timely referrals and seamless transitions from custody to community‑based care. Uphold King County’s Equity and Social Justice (ESJ) principles in all aspects of clinical practice and program participation, demonstrating awareness of the impacts of systemic inequities on marginalized communities. Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing, clinical case consultation, and continuous quality improvement processes that support client outcomes, workforce development, and data‑informed practices. Maintain timely and thorough clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress updates, and court status reports in the electronic health record system. Other duties as assigned. Required
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling from an accredited institution. Active Washington State associate‑level licensure (LICSW/LICSWA, LMHC/LMHCA, LMFT/LMFTA, or equivalent). Three (3) years of full‑time clinical experience within the past five years providing services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness, co‑occurring substance use disorders, and complex psychosocial needs. One (1) year of experience conducting clinical assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in a behavioral health, criminal legal, or forensic setting. Experience coordinating care across behavioral health, medical, housing, and social service systems—ideally for Medicaid‑eligible adults. Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health and legal system resources in King, Snohomish, or Pierce County, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge. Advanced knowledge of trauma‑informed, person‑centered, harm reduction, and recovery‑oriented practices, including crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment. Strong clinical writing skills with the ability to clearly document assessments, service plans, and updates for legal and multidisciplinary audiences. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Teams) and electronic health record systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with clinical, legal, and community partners across diverse systems. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment. Must pass a background check and jail security clearance to access secure facilities. Ability to obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification for healthcare providers by start date. Ability to travel in a timely manner between various work locations across King County, including the King County Courthouse, KCCF (Seattle), and MRJC (Kent). Desired
Social Work or Mental Health licensure (LICSW, LASW, LMHC, or recognized equivalent). Proficiency in a language other than English. Substance Use Professional certification. Specialized specific experience providing social work services for individuals involved with the criminal justice system who have severe and persistent mental health and substance use issues. Application Process
Applicants must submit the following items:
NEOGOV Job Application ,
Supplemental Questions , and a
Cover Letter
(one page maximum) describing interest in the role and most relevant qualifications. Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" will be considered incomplete. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions.
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