Mental Health Counselor - PACT (Supported Employment Specialist) - Full Time

Compass Health•Everett, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Compass Health is seeking a Clinician I - Supported Employment Specialist to join our South PACT team, providing intensive, team-based behavioral health services to adults living with severe and persistent mental health conditions. PACT is a highly collaborative, community-based model designed to serve individuals with complex needs who have not benefited from traditional outpatient services. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through consistent outreach, relationship-building, and whole-person care.

Requirements

BA/BS/BSW degree in a Behavioral Science-related field
Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices or willingness to learn
Ability to meet Washington State requirements for an Agency Affiliated Counselor if not already licensed
Valid Washington State Driver’s License, insurance, and reliable transportation
Ability to pass a criminal background check, which may include DSHS review
Must be at least 21 years of age by date of hire in order to complete Outreach with personal or agency vehicle, as required by Compass policy.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based, and community-oriented environment
Experience as an employment specialist.
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Ability to maintain a solution-focused, flexible approach when addressing complex challenges
Experience working across multiple systems (behavioral health, medical, legal, social services)

Responsibilities

Provide recovery-oriented behavioral health services, including counseling, case management, and care coordination.
Partner with clients to develop individualized, strength-based treatment plans that promote recovery and independence.
Deliver services primarily through community-based outreach (homes, hospitals, shelters, jails, and other community settings).
Work as part of a multidisciplinary PACT team, providing coordinated, team-based care.
Deliver services in alignment with PACT fidelity standards, including frequent client contact and high levels of outreach.
Conduct ongoing assessments, including risk evaluations and safety planning.
Support clients in accessing resources, building natural supports, and navigating multiple systems of care.
Coordinate care with psychiatric providers, medical providers, emergency services, and community agencies.
Facilitate group services and psychoeducation as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
Provide daily outreach services in the community.
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation, including crisis response.
Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
Deliver services to a high-acuity population with complex, multi-system involvement.