Seattle In-Person Crisis Services Clinician

Crisis Connections; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

Annual wage increases

Paid time off & 12 paid holidays

Transit pass ORCA discount

Free parking

Growth opportunities

Self-care tools & weekly check-ins

Job summary

Crisis Connections in Seattle, WA seeks a Crisis Services Clinician to provide crisis line oversight, clinical decision-making, and supervision support for frontline staff. The role emphasizes safety planning, de-escalation, and coordinated referrals to appropriate care levels across Crisis Services, Dispatch, and Professional Services.

The position is full-time, in-person in Seattle with a Friday-Tuesday schedule, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM PT, and a pay rate of $37.24 per hour.

Qualifications

• MHP credentialing per WA RCW 71.05 and WAC 246-341 required.
• Active WA licensure in LICSW/LMHC/LMFT/ARNP or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals in crisis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CSS and CIS on scheduled shifts, coaching and providing feedback.
• Assess behavioral health risk and de-escalate crisis situations.
• Provide safety planning and referrals to higher levels of care when needed.
• Document all calls accurately in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate with hospital and community resources to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Suicide risk assessment

De-escalation

Trauma-informed communication

Documentation

Education

Licensed Mental Health Professional (LICSW/LMHC/LMFT/ARNP) or equivalent (WA)

WA state licensure requirements

Job description

Crisis Connections in Seattle, WA seeks a Crisis Services Clinician to provide crisis line oversight, clinical decision-making, and supervision support for frontline staff. The role emphasizes safety planning, de-escalation, and coordinated referrals to appropriate care levels across Crisis Services, Dispatch, and Professional Services.

The position is full-time, in-person in Seattle with a Friday-Tuesday schedule, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM PT, and a pay rate of $37.24 per hour.