Designated Crisis Responder - DCR - On-Call

Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) – On-Call
Location: Mount Vernon, WA
Program: 500-45550 – Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT)
Schedule: On-Call

Wage
: $42.06 - $62.19/hr DOE

Step Into Crisis Response That Makes a Real-World Difference

Are you passionate about helping people in their most vulnerable moments? Join Compass Health’s Skagit County Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) as an On-Call Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) and provide critical behavioral health support where and when it’s needed most—out in the community.

Whether responding to a crisis in a home, school, or public space, you’ll deliver immediate, compassionate care that helps stabilize individuals in distress and connects them to vital services. This is your chance to be a true first responder in the mental health world—backed by an experienced and supportive team.

• Deliver in-person crisis intervention and evaluations across Skagit County

• Assess clients of all ages for risk and determine the need for involuntary detention under RCW 71.05/71.34

• Develop real-time safety and recovery plans in collaboration with clients and families

• Provide brief stabilization support and coordinate with MCOT team members, hospitals, and emergency services

• Offer follow‑up care planning and resource navigation

• MA/MS/MSW in a Behavioral Science‑related field

• Mental Health Professional (MHP) status per WAC

• Familiarity with RCW 71.05 and 71.34 preferred

• WA State License (or eligible) in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage & Family Therapy preferred

• Ability to attend DCR Academy within first year

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License with insurance and reliable transportation

• Agency Affiliated Counselor application (if unlicensed) required upon hire

• Calm under pressure with excellent clinical judgment

• Skilled in risk assessment, documentation, and systems coordination

• Able to work independently in fast‑paced, field‑based environments

• Passion for serving high‑needs and underserved populations

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

At Compass Health, your work matters—deeply. We’re proud to foster a culture of support, growth, and purpose
, and we offer a wide range of benefits even for on‑call employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to full‑time employees

• 16 vacation days your first year

• 12 sick days plus a wellness day

• 13 paid holidays – 11 traditional + 2 floating

• $500 in professional development funds annually

• Paid education leave

• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after one year

• And much more! (Benefits are pro‑rated for part‑time/on‑call positions.)

Compass Health is Northwest Washington’s leading non‑profit behavioral health provider. For over 110 years, we’ve supported children, families, and adults across Skagit, Island, San Juan, Snohomish, and Whatcom Counties with a broad continuum of mental health and substance use services. Join us in building healthier communities—one individual at a time.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Required

Graduate/Masters

Preferred

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