Mental Health Counselor - Island County

Child & Family Therapist - Clinician II
Oak Harbor, WA | Child & Family Program
Full-Time - 40 Hours/Week

Licensed Scale - $32.78-$48.65/hr DOE
About the Role
Compass Health is currently seeking a Mental Health Counselor / Clinician II to join our Child & Family program in Island County.

This position provides behavioral health counseling and clinically indicated case management services to children, youth, and their families, helping them build coping skills, foster resilience, and promote recovery.

This role involves working both in the clinic and in local schools, supporting children and families where and when they need us most.
About the Oak Harbor Child & Family Program
Our team offers a broad array of services to families dealing with emotional or behavioral challenges, including individual, family, and group therapy.

We employ evidence-based practices to help children and youth learn coping strategies, manage emotions, and overcome obstacles such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.

We collaborate closely with schools, juvenile justice systems, and child welfare agencies to ensure a whole-community approach to care.
Key Responsibilities


* Provide individual and family behavioral health counseling using evidence-based interventions.


* Work closely with local schools, attending meetings and supporting educational stability through behavioral modification strategies and plan reviews (IEPs, 504s, IBSPs).


* Develop individualized treatment plans in partnership with clients and families.


* Routinely assess for risk issues and develop appropriate safety planning.


* Coordinate services with psychiatric care, community agencies, and other systems of care.

What You Bring


* MA/MS/MSW in Behavioral Science-related field.


* Mental Health Professional (MHP) qualification preferred (per WAC definition).


* Meets educational requirements for Child Mental Health Specialist designation (preferred).


* Familiarity with Evidence-Based Practices, or willingness to learn.


* Agency Affiliated Counselor registration (if not currently licensed) required upon hire.


* Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

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


* Medical, dental, and vision insurance at NO COST to full-time employees


* 16 days of paid vacation in the first year


* 12 sick days, including a wellness day


* 13 paid holidays (11 traditional 2 personal choice)


* $500 in professional funds annually


* Up to 5 days of paid education leave


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


* And much more!

That's over 45 paid days off in your first year!
About Compass Health
Compass Health has been serving the communities of Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties for over 110 years.

We provide compassionate, innovative mental health and substance use treatment to children, families, and adults through outpatient, residential, and...