Crisis Peer Counselor - Mobile Outreach Specialist

Compass Health; Mount Vernon (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation (16 days in first year)

Sick days + wellness day (12 sick days

Holidays (13 paid)

Professional development funds ($500)

Education leave (up to 5 days)

403(b) retirement plan match

And much more!

Job summary

Compass Health in Mount Vernon, WA seeks a Crisis Peer Counselor to join the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. You’ll provide peer support grounded in lived experience to individuals in crisis, promoting recovery and community connection within a multidisciplinary team.

Required WA CPSS (or CPSS-T) certification; a driver license is needed where applicable. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the MCOT.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with behavioral health or substance use is required.
• Current WA CPSS certification is required; CPSS-T preferred.
• Must obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire if not licensed.

Responsibilities

• Offer peer support grounded in lived experience with behavioral health or substance use challenges.
• Promote recovery, self-advocacy, and connection to community supports.
• Collaborate with clients and care teams to develop person-centered recovery goals.
• Assist clients in accessing mental health and chemical dependency treatment and resources.
• Advocate for client voice and ensure respect and validation of their experience.
• Monitor, document, and set treatment goals in partnership with the team.

Skills

Lived experience

Peer support experience

WA driver license

Education

WA Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)

CPSS-T certification

Job description

Compass Health in Mount Vernon, WA seeks a Crisis Peer Counselor to join the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. You’ll provide peer support grounded in lived experience to individuals in crisis, promoting recovery and community connection within a multidisciplinary team.

Required WA CPSS (or CPSS-T) certification; a driver license is needed where applicable. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the MCOT.