Lifeline Connections

General

• Provide counseling services to agency patients in partnership with therapeutic animals and other treatment team providers
• Review Washington Administrative Codes, Revised Codes, and federal regulations to ensure compliance
• Develop strength-based individual service plans with patients in compliance with WAC 246-341
• Provide mental health evaluations, individual therapy, group therapy, and case management services
• Work as part of a treatment team and coordinate care with other treatment providers
• Maintain complete and up-to-date clinical files documenting services and patient contacts
• Support and implement agency policies and procedures
• Represent the agency at community meetings and clinical reviews with supervisor approval
• Support barn chores as needed and collaborate with the equine specialist on horse selection
• Prepare activities and debrief the treatment team after sessions
• Support volunteer training as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records in accordance with federal and state laws
• Participate in occasional community-agency visits, staff retreats, and staff development activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Mental Health Professional