Mental Health Counselor Clinician

Introduction

Compass Health is the region’s largest private, non-profit organization providing mental health and chemical dependency services in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties of Western Washington. We provide quality creative services to children, families, and adults in a variety of outpatient, residential and inpatient settings.

Compass Health is seeking a
Mental Health Counselor - Clinician I to join our
PACT North team
, providing intensive, team-based behavioral health services to adults living with severe and persistent mental health conditions.

PACT is a highly collaborative, community-based model designed to serve individuals with complex needs who have not benefited from traditional outpatient services.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through
consistent outreach, relationship-building, and whole-person care
.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost for full-time staff
• 16 days of paid vacation the first year
• 12 sick days with great wellness day
• 13 paid holidays – 11 regular and 2 that you choose
• Professional development opportunities and training
• Professional funds and paid education leave
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match after one year
• Mileage reimbursement for community-based work
• Supportive team environment with ongoing supervision

• Provide
  recovery-oriented behavioral health services
  , including counseling, case management, and care coordination.
• Partner with clients to develop
  individualized, strength-based treatment plans
  that promote recovery and independence.
• Deliver services primarily through
  community-based outreach
  (homes, hospitals, shelters, jails, and other community settings).
• Work as part of a
  multidisciplinary PACT team
  , providing coordinated, team-based care.
• Deliver services in alignment with
  PACT fidelity standards
  , including frequent client contact and high levels of outreach.
• Conduct
  ongoing assessments
  , including risk evaluations and safety planning.
• Support clients in accessing resources, building natural supports, and navigating multiple systems of care.
• Coordinate care with
  psychiatric providers, medical providers, emergency services, and community agencies
  .
• Facilitate
  group services and psychoeducation
  as needed.
• Maintain
  accurate and timely documentation
  in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Participate in
  team meetings, supervision, and required trainings
  .

• Provide
  daily outreach services
  in the community.
• Participate
  24/7 on-call rotation
  , including crisis response.
• Work
  evenings, weekends, and holidays
  as assigned.
• Deliver services to a high-acuity population with
  complex, multi-system involvement.

• BA/BS/BSW degree
  in a Behavioral Science-related field.
• Knowledge of
  Evidence-Based Practices
  or willingness to learn.
• Must complete
  Agency Affiliated Counselor
  registration if not already credentialed.
• Valid
  Washington State Driver’s License
  , insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Must be
  21+ years of age.
• Ability to pass a
  background check
  (including DSHS screening).

• Experience working with individuals with
  severe and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to thrive in a
  fast-paced, team-based, and community-oriented environment.
• Strong
  communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain a
  solution-focused, flexible approach
  when addressing complex challenges.
• Experience working across
  multiple systems (behavioral health, medical, legal, social services).

• Compass Health is one of Western Washington’s largest private, non-profit behavioral health organizations, serving
  Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom
  counties for over
  110 years
  .
• We’re committed not just to high-quality care—but also to our people. Our culture emphasizes
  growth, teamwork, balance, and purpose.Join us in making a difference.
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• Compass Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.