Outpatient Mental Health Therapist- Ilwaco

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Ilwaco Office - Ilwaco, WA 98624Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $32.69 - $42.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareNow Hiring: Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

(Office and Community-Based)

Ilwaco, WA (Pacific County) | Full-Time
$68,000 – $87,360 + $15,000 Geographical Differential

Looking for Meaningful Work?

Join Community Integrated Health Services (CIHS) and work in our Outpatient program, where you’ll meet clients in the office and in the community to help them build real-life stability and independence.

Why Clinicians Choose Outpatient at CIHS

$15,000 geographical differential
Traditional schedule- Monday through Friday 8-5
Community-based work and in the office
100% paid medical, dental, vision (you + dependents)
25 days PTO + 11 paid holidays
Retirement (PERS) with employer contributions
Weekly supervision + licensure support
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team

What You’ll Do

Provide therapy and case management in community settings
Complete assessments and build individualized treatment plans
Support clients with skill-building, housing, employment, and recovery goals
Collaborate with a full care team (med management, peers, case managers)
Help reduce hospitalizations and law enforcement involvement
Track progress and complete clinical documentation

Why This Role Is Different

You’re not office-based—you’re out in the community making real change
Smaller, team-based caseload approach
Focus on long-term stability and recovery, not quick visits

 QualificationsWhat You Bring

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field
2+ years of clinical experience
Ability to obtain WA Agency Affiliated Counselor license within 30 days
Comfortable working in community/home settings
Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation

Preferred:

LMHC/A, LMFT/A, or LICSW/A
Experience in community mental health or high-acuity populations

Why Pacific County?

Enjoy coastal living with over 30 miles of beaches, a slower pace of life, and a strong sense of community. You’ll be within driving distance of Longview, Vancouver, Portland, and Astoria—while living somewhere truly unique.

About CIHS

We’re a mission-driven behavioral health organization focused on:

Whole-person, integrated care
Expanding access to services
Supporting both our clients and our clinicians

Ready for a More Flexible, Impactful Role?

If you want a position where you’re trusted, supported, and making a real difference in the community, we’d love to connect.

Apply today—we’re hiring quickly!

CIHS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.