Behavioral Health Treatment Liaison

The 5388 Behavioral Health Treatment Liaison is a temporary project position assigned to implement the expectations as directed in SSB 5388

• Assist in the implementation of the expectations as directed in SSB 5388
• Serve as the mental health treatment services subject matter expert on the 5388 workgroup
• Assist in the development of the 5388 project charter
• Participate in 5388 workgroup meetings
• Provide routine progress reports
• Assist in the development of communication and education plans
• Assist in the development of an internal survey readiness program
• Assist in preliminary internal audits
• Assist in the development of a formal communication process

• Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC)
• Experience with Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) WAC requirements
• Experience working in a collaborative fashion as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience conducting audits
• Experience in developing training curriculum
• Proficiency using computer-based programs
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of risk, safety and quality standards
• Knowledge of NCCHC standards, CMS and DOH expectations
• Knowledge of RCW/WAC requirements for DOC health care services
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
• Proficient in auditing medical charts
• 3 or more years as a DOC Psych Associate
• Master's Degree in psychology
• NCCHC certification

• Health insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Dependent care assistance
• Deferred compensation

The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives