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MHT III - On Call - Whatcom Crisis Triage

$29.2 - $48.32 per hour

Compass Health

Mental Health Technician III On Call

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 Crisis Triage Center in Bellingham, WA. This is a critical, client-facing role where your empathy, structure, and skill will provide stability and support during moments of crisis.

Location: Bellingham, WA Program: 400-21350, Whatcom Crisis Triage Center Schedule: Wage: $29.20 - $48.32/hr DOE

About the Triage Center

The Triage Center offers a safe, supportive space for individuals recovering from behavioral health crises. 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 Health

Compass Health is Northwest Washington's largest private, non-profit behavioral health provider. With over 110 years of service, we offer a full spectrum of care to children, families, and adults across five counties. We believe in a future where every individual experiencing behavioral health challenges receives the support they needwith dignity, compassion, and respect.

Learn more at

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

Compass Health
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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