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

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.

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.

• 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

• 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)

• 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

(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

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 need—with dignity, compassion, and respect.

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