Behavioral Health Associate — Inpatient & Crisis Stabilization

Comprehensive Healthcare; College Place (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Excellent benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Comprehensive Healthcare in Washington operates a 24-hour inpatient and residential facility at Waypoint in Walla Walla. The Behavioral Health Associate collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to provide trauma‑informed care and individualized treatment plans for residents 18+.

Roles include leading groups, crisis intervention, and coordinating with families and medical staff. You will work Thursday through Monday with shift differentials; requires strong communication, empathy, and teamwork

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor.
• Must have valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements and fit testing.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health groups following agency guidelines and policies.
• Lead groups with effective facilitation to promote participation.
• Use group process to develop insight, skills and client motivation.
• Follow lesson plans and connect content to treatment goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of youth and adult behavioral health needs.
• Assess risk, crisis stabilization and appropriate referrals.
• Document service notes clearly and timely per policy.
• Develop and document safety plans and crisis intervention steps.
• Screen, admit and discharge clients as part of detox treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Comprehensive Healthcare in Washington operates a 24-hour inpatient and residential facility at Waypoint in Walla Walla. The Behavioral Health Associate collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to provide trauma‑informed care and individualized treatment plans for residents 18+.

Roles include leading groups, crisis intervention, and coordinating with families and medical staff. You will work Thursday through Monday with shift differentials; requires strong communication, empathy, and teamwork