Crisis Clinician II - YGo-North - On-Call

Compass Health; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health seeks a Crisis Clinician II to join the YGo mobile crisis team serving Whatcom and Skagit Counties. You will perform rapid crisis evaluations, provide brief interventions, and create safety plans with youth and families.

You will coordinate referrals, collaborate with schools, hospitals, and other partners, and maintain compliant documentation while participating in regular supervision and training.

Qualifications

• MA/MS/MSW Degree in Behavioral Science is required.
• Must meet Mental Health Professional (MHP) qualifications per Washington Administrative Code.
• Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) designation is preferred.
• Experience with youth and families in behavioral health or crisis settings.
• Must obtain Washington DOH Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire if not credentialed.
• Valid WA driver's license, vehicle, and appropriate insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid crisis evaluations in community-based settings (homes, hospitals, schools).
• Deliver brief, solution-focused interventions to stabilize youth in acute distress.
• Develop individualized safety and treatment plans with youth and caregivers.
• Coordinate referrals to behavioral health services, supports, and education resources.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams and provide consultation to families and other providers.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and meet billing and quality standards.
• Participate in supervision, program meetings, and ongoing training.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Youth & family engagement

Education

MA/MS/MSW Degree in Behavioral Science

Job description

Introduction

Compass Health is the region's largest private, non-profit organization providing mental health and chemical dependency services in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties of Western Washington. We provide quality creative services to children, families, and adults in a variety of outpatient, residential and inpatient settings.

Overview

Compass Health is seeking a dedicated Crisis Clinician II to join our Child Youth Family Crisis Team (YGo), providing immediate behavioral health support to children, youth, and families across Whatcom and Skagit Counties. This role is ideal for clinicians who thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in crisis de-escalation, and are passionate about promoting resilience in youth through trauma-informed and recovery-oriented interventions.

About the Program

YGo is a mobile crisis team serving youth and families with complex behavioral health needs. Our mission is to stabilize crises in the least restrictive settings possible - homes, schools, and the community - while linking youth and families with ongoing supports and services. We work in close coordination with hospitals, schools, DSHS, outpatient providers, and other systems to support long-term wellness and reduce unnecessary inpatient or residential placements.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid crisis evaluations in community-based settings, including homes, hospitals, and schools.
• Deliver brief, solution-focused interventions to stabilize youth in acute behavioral health distress.
• Develop individualized safety and treatment plans in collaboration with youth and caregivers.
• Coordinate referrals to behavioral health services, natural supports, and educational resources.
• Partner with multidisciplinary systems and provide consultation to family members and other providers.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and meet all billing and quality standards.
• Participate in team supervision, program meetings, and ongoing training.

Requirements

• MA/MS/MSW Degree in a Behavioral Science field required.
• Must meet qualifications as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) per WAC.
• Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) designation preferred.
• Experience working with youth and families in behavioral health or crisis settings.
• Must obtain Washington DOH Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire if not already credentialed.
• Valid WA driver's license, vehicle, and appropriate insurance.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Confident in managing high-risk situations and providing trauma-informed interventions.
• Skilled in coordination across systems (schools, courts, hospitals, etc.).
• Strong commitment to family-centered care and culturally responsive practices.
• Excellent clinical judgment, problem-solving, and crisis de-escalation skills.
• Comfortable with mobile outreach and adaptable to diverse environments.

About Compass Health

For over 110 years, Compass Health has provided comprehensive behavioral health and integrated care services across Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties. As the region's largest private non-profit behavioral healthcare provider, we are committed to building communities of wellness and recovery. Learn more at www.compasshealth.org.