Crisis Outreach Counselor - Whatcom

Compass Health in; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation days

Sick days

Holidays

Professional development funds

Education leave

401(k) retirement plan match

Supportive culture

Job summary

Compass Health is hiring a Crisis Outreach Clinician for our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Whatcom County, WA. This full-time role delivers trauma-informed crisis services in the community, including assessment, stabilization, and short-term treatment planning.

You will work with children, youth, and families, partnering with schools and hospitals, while coordinating care and documenting in the EHR. Travel across the county is required.

Qualifications

• Clinician I: BA/BS in a behavioral health field.
• Clinician II: MA/MS/MSW in a behavioral health field.
• SUDP: Associate degree (or 90 quarter/60 semester credits) in human services and WA SUDP certification.
• All roles require experience with children, youth, or families; valid WA driver's license; and DOH Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community-based assessments and crisis intervention at homes, schools, shelters, and other sites.
• Provide brief, recovery-focused interventions including counseling, case management, linkage to resources, and referrals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (DSHS, courts, schools, hospitals).
• Assess and mitigate risk factors, including suicidality or threats to others.
• Facilitate access to mental health/substance use treatment and natural supports; document services in EHR.
• Participate in team collaboration, case consultation, and regular supervision.

Skills

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Organizational & time-management

Communication & documentation

Cultural competency

Familiarity with EHR systems

Education

Bachelor's in behavioral health

Master's in behavioral health

WA SUDP certification (and related credentials)

Job description

Crisis Outreach Counselor - Whatcom (Finance)

Crisis Outreach Clinician - Full Time

Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) - Bellingham, WA

Wage Range (DOE):

• Clin I: $28.13-$42.45/hr
• Clin II: $32.44-$51.09/hr
• SUDP: $30.31-$48.52/hr

Shift: Thurs-Fri, 8am-8pm - Sat, 10am-10pm

Make an Impact, Right Where It's Needed Most

Compass Health is hiring a Crisis Outreach Clinician for our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Whatcom County. Whether you're a licensed clinician, associate-level professional, or certified SUDP, this is your opportunity to provide compassionate, frontline support to children, youth, and families during times of behavioral health crisis.

About the Role

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.

Your focus: to help stabilize crises in the moment, while building bridges to long-term support systems.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Who You'll Work With

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.

Qualifications by Role Type

Clinician I:

• 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)

Key Skills & Attributes

• 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

Working Conditions

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.

What We Offer

• 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

Why Compass Health?

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.

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.

Explore more at www.compasshealth.org

Compass Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value a workforce that reflects our community's diversity.

Licenses & Certifications

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