Youth Behavioral Health Specialist

Comprehensive Healthcare; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Comprehensive Healthcare in Yakima, WA is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to support individuals in 24‑hour inpatient and residential settings. You will provide counseling, skills development, and a safe living environment as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include leading activities, facilitating groups, monitoring medications, and assisting with community care transitions. A high school diploma or GED is required, with full-time day shifts and competitive wages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous related experience preferred.
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor.
• Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check required by company policy.

Responsibilities

• Developing and conducting social & leisure activities for clients.
• Facilitating educational, behavioral health, or skill-building groups.
• Coaching clients in practical living skills such as nutrition and budgeting.
• Accompanying clients to appointments, events, and community activities.
• Providing daily oversight of medication self-administration and monitoring symptoms.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Trauma-informed care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Comprehensive Healthcare in Yakima, WA is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to support individuals in 24‑hour inpatient and residential settings. You will provide counseling, skills development, and a safe living environment as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include leading activities, facilitating groups, monitoring medications, and assisting with community care transitions. A high school diploma or GED is required, with full-time day shifts and competitive wages.