Crisis Outreach Counselor - Whatcom

Crisis Outreach Clinician - Full Time
Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) - Bellingham, WA

Wage Range (DOE):


* Clin I: $28.13-$42.45/hr


* Clin II: $32.44-$51.09/hr


* SUDP: $30.31-$48.52/hr



* Shift: Mon - Wed, 10am-10pm and Thurs, 12pm-2pm

Make an Impact, Right Where It's Needed Most
Compass Health is hiring a Crisis Outreach Clinician for our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) in Whatcom County.

Whether you're a licensed clinician, associate-level professional, or certified SUDP, this is your opportunity to provide compassionate, frontline support to children, youth, and families during times of behavioral health crisis.
About the Role
As a Crisis Outreach Clinician, you'll deliver trauma-informed, recovery-oriented crisis services-often directly in the community.

Your work will include crisis stabilization, assessment, short-term treatment planning, care coordination, and advocacy.

Your focus: to help stabilize crises in the moment, while building bridges to long-term support systems.
Key Responsibilities


* Conduct community-based assessments and provide crisis intervention services at homes, schools, shelters, and other locations.


* Deliver brief, recovery-focused interventions including counseling, case management, resource linkage, and referrals.


* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (DSHS, courts, schools, hospitals).


* Routinely assess and mitigate risk factors, including suicidality or threats to others.


* Facilitate access to mental health/substance use treatment, natural supports, and other essential services.


* Document services accurately and timely in the electronic health record.


* Participate in team collaboration, case consultation, and regular supervision.

Who You'll Work With
Whatcom MCOT is a tight-knit group of clinicians, peers, and specialists who work together to provide rapid, mobile, and client-centered support to people in crisis.

Our approach is strength-based, culturally responsive, and deeply collaborative.
Qualifications by Role Type
Clinician I:


* Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/BSW) in a behavioral health-related field

Clinician II:


* Master's degree (MA/MS/MSW) in a behavioral health-related field

SUDP:


* Associate degree or 90 quarter/60 semester credits in human services


* Current Washington State SUDP certification


* 2 years experience

All roles also require:


* Experience working with children, youth, or families (preferred)


* Valid WA State Driver's License, reliable vehicle, and insurance


* DOH registration: Must apply for Agency Affiliated Counselor status upon hire (if not already credentialed)

Key Skills & Attributes


* Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure, fast-paced environments


* Strong organizational and time-management skills


* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills


* Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse populations
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