Behavioral Health Specialist II - HAWP
Company: International Community Health Services
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Join the ICHS Team! Discover how
you can make a difference in people’s lives and help strengthen
communities. Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE )
International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally
recognized community health center. For over 50 years, we have
provided medical, dental, and wellness care to individuals and
families from all regions and all walks of life many of whom face
significant barriers to receiving the care they need. We believe
that quality health care supports stronger families, healthier
communities, and a more just society. At ICHS, we are proud of our
team-based approach and the shared commitment that drives our work.
We value respect, collaboration, and compassion in everything we
do. When you join ICHS, you become part of a mission-driven team
that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. We offer
Competitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound region “Share the
success” bonuses Insurance premiums 100% paid by ICHS Paid time off
accrual up to 200 hours annually with up to 264 hours rollover year
to year Automatic 4% retirement contribution 9 paid holidays a
year, including 2 personal holidays Reimbursement for professional
licensure Eligible for a SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $5000 Job Summary The
Behavioral Health Specialist II – HAWP plans, organizes and
implements social work services for HAWP participants and families.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: participant social
work assessment; treatment; and teaching and counseling of
participant, caregiver or other appropriate representatives/family
to maintain participant support in the community. BH Specialist
interventions may also include: individual participant contacts;
appropriate collateral contact; participant and family education,
assessment, and counseling; assistance with locating resources;
addressing mental health needs as they arise; ongoing case
management; advocacy to ensure participant and caregiver needs are
met and addressed; and disenrollment procedures. The BH Specialist
is the liaison between the interdisciplinary team, caregiver
representatives, and community agencies. This position is a member
of the Interdisciplinary Team, pursuant to 42 CFR §§ 460.102(b) and
(d), and meets applicable educational and licensure requirements to
represent the Master's Level Social Worker role. Job Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education,
training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education -
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social
work. Experience - Two (2) of experience working as a behavioral
health specialist. Geriatric experience preferred but no necessary.
Other Requirement(s) - Active WA State Licensed Independent
Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license. Member of the Academy of
Certified Social Workers (ACSW) or other NASW - recognized
certification preferred. Must have active CPR and First Aid
Certification, or willing to obtain within one (1) month of hire.
Ability to travel within the Seattle area as needed. Valid Driver's
License and Proof of Insurance required, if applicable.
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