Crisis Outreach Counselor - PT - NOC Shift

As a Crisis Outreach Clinician, you’ll deliver trauma-informed, recovery-oriented crisis services-often directly in the community. Your work will include crisis stabilization, assessment, short-term treatment planning, care coordination, and advocacy., * Conduct community-based assessments and provide crisis intervention services at homes, schools, shelters, and other locations.

• Deliver brief, recovery-focused interventions including counseling, case management, resource linkage, and referrals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (DSHS, courts, schools, hospitals).
• Routinely assess and mitigate risk factors, including suicidality or threats to others.
• Facilitate access to mental health/substance use treatment, natural supports, and other essential services.
• Document services accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
• Participate in team collaboration, case consultation, and regular supervision.

Network Operations Center, Behavioral Health, Bridge Building, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Team Player, Insurance, * Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS/BSW) in a behavioral health-related field

Clinician II:

• Master’s degree (MA/MS/MSW) in a behavioral health-related field

SUDP:

• Associate degree or 90 quarter/60 semester credits in human services
• Current Washington State SUDP certification
• 2+ years experience

All roles also require:

• Experience working with children, youth, or families (preferred)
• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid WA State Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and insurance
• DOH registration: Must apply for Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire (if not already credentialed), * Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse populations
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems

This is a community-based role that involves travel to client homes, schools, hospitals, and other locations across the county. Moderate physical activity and mobility are required, including lifting up to 20 lbs. You’ll work mostly outside of a traditional office setting., Compass Health is the region’s largest nonprofit behavioral healthcare provider. We’ve supported our communities for more than 110 years, and that legacy of care extends to our employees through:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance - fully covered for full-time staff
• 16 days paid vacation in your first year
• 12 sick days annually + 1 wellness day
• 13 paid holidays, including 2 floating personal holidays
• Professional development funds & paid education leave
• 403(b) retirement plan match after one year
• A culture that prioritizes support, inclusion, and work-life balance

Whatcom MCOT is a tight-knit group of clinicians, peers, and specialists who work together to provide rapid, mobile, and client-centered support to people in crisis. Our approach is strength-based, culturally responsive, and deeply collaborative., At Compass Health, we believe in whole-person care, in meeting people where they are-literally and figuratively-and in investing in our staff as deeply as we do our clients. When you join our team, you become part of a mission that matters.

Explore more at www.compasshealth.org

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our crisis response team and help change lives across Snohomish County. Your skills and compassion can be the bridge between crisis and stability.

Compass Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We value a workforce that reflects our community’s diversity.