MHT III - Full-time - Whatcom Triage

Mental Health Technician III - Day Shift (Sat-Mon, 7:30am-8:00pm)
Location: Bellingham, WA
Program: 400-21350 - Whatcom Triage Center
Schedule: 38 hrs/week
Wage: $23.17-$38.35/hr DOE
Be the Calm in the Crisis.

Make a Difference Every Day.
Are you passionate about behavioral health and ready to support individuals navigating acute mental health challenges? Compass Health is hiring a Mental Health Technician III to join our compassionate, multidisciplinary team at the Whatcom County Triage Center in Bellingham.

This is a critical, client-facing role where your empathy, structure, and skill will provide stability and support during moments of crisis.
About the Triage Center
The Whatcom County Triage Center (WCTC) offers a safe, supportive space for individuals recovering from behavioral health crises.

Located alongside a detox facility operated by Pioneer Services, our center offers 24/7 mental health stabilization, walk-in emergency services, and next-day appointments.

You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with Peer Counselors, Clinicians, Nurses, and Providers in a recovery-focused, trauma-informed care environment.
What You'll Be Doing


* Provide supervision and support to clients during day shift hours


* Deliver life-skills training in self-care, coping, and social interaction


* Participate in client treatment planning and documentation


* Support intake and discharge processes


* Facilitate daily safety checks, vital signs, and risk assessments


* Help maintain unit cleanliness and monitor mealtimes


* Answer phones, take referrals, and provide consistent, compassionate support

What You Bring


* Education/Experience:
+ BA/BS/BSW in Behavioral Science OR
+ AA 2 years' experience OR
+ Any 4-year combination of education and relevant experience


* Certifications:
+ Agency Affiliated Counselor status (or willing to apply upon hire)
+ Current First Aid/CPR and Food Handler's Permit (or within 90 days of hire)
+ Valid WA Driver's License and insurance (if applicable)

What Makes You a Great Fit


* Experience supporting individuals with serious psychiatric conditions


* Knowledge of recovery-based approaches and crisis de-escalation


* Strong organizational, communication, and EMR skills


* Respect for cultural diversity and commitment to inclusion


* Ability to remain grounded, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer
(Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees)


* Medical, dental & vision insurance - at no cost to full-time employees


* 16 vacation days in your first year


* 12 sick days plus a wellness day


* 13 paid holidays - 11 observed 2 personal choice


* Professional development support - funds & paid education leave


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


* And much more - including mileage reimbursement and robust training support

About Compass Heal...