Psychiatric Technician - On-Call
Mukilteo, WA | Evaluation & Treatment Facility (E& T)
Schedule: On-Call

Be the Calm in the Crisis - Join Our Inpatient Care Team

Compass Health is currently looking for an on-call Psychiatric Technician to join our dedicated inpatient care team at our Evaluation & Treatment (E& T) Facility in Mukilteo, WA. This role is ideal for candidates with a healthcare background-such as EMTs, CNAs, or behavioral health support staff-who are passionate about supporting individuals in psychiatric crisis.

About the Evaluation & Treatment Facility

Our E& T Facility provides short-term, inpatient psychiatric care for adults experiencing mental health emergencies. Staffed 24/7, the facility offers a safe, supportive environment for stabilization, assessment, and treatment. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team committed to helping clients regain emotional and psychological stability.

What You Will Do

As a Psychiatric Technician, you'll play a key role in providing compassionate care and supportive services to clients, including:

• Assisting with behavioral observation, de-escalation, and safety monitoring
• Supporting clients with basic care needs and life skills
• Leading or co-facilitating recreational, vocational, or psychoeducational activities
• Assisting with admissions, discharges, and client transitions
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and structured milieu
• Collaborating with clinicians, nurses, and prescribers in treatment planning
• Accurately documenting client behaviors and progress in electronic health records

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; AA or BA in a behavioral health-related field preferred
• 2 years of relevant healthcare or behavioral health experience
• Must obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor status through WA DOH upon hire (if not already credentialed)
• Current First Aid & CPR certification and Food Handler's permit (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check

Your Skills & Strengths

• Knowledge of psychiatric care and behavioral health support
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to stay calm and solution-focused in challenging situations
• Proficient with electronic medical record systems (EMR)
• Organized and adaptable within a fast-paced inpatient environment

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

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at NO COST for full-time employees
• 16 days of paid vacation in your first year
• 12 sick days, including a wellness day
• 13 paid holidays (11 standard 2 personal choice)
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after one year
• $300 in professional development funds annually
• Up to 5 days of paid education leave
• A workplace that values teamwork, well-being, and purpose

That's over 45 paid days off in your first year!

About Compass Health

For more than 110 years, Compass Health has been the region's largest private, non-profit provider of behavioral health services. We proudly serve individuals of all ages across Snohomish, Skagit, Island, San Juan, and Whatcom counties through outpatient, residential, and community-based care.

Learn more: www.compasshealth.org

Equal Opportunity

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting equity and inclusion regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification.