Mental Health Technician III - On-Call
Location: Bellingham, WA
Program: 400-21350 - Whatcom Triage Center
Schedule: On-Call
Wage: $29.20-$48.32/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 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 need-with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Learn more at www.compasshealth.org

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

Education

Bachelor


Licenses & Certifications

Agency Aff Coun-Registerd