Youth Support Partner - Mt. Vernon Children's Intensive Services

<strong>Compass Health is the region&rsquo;s largest private, non-profit organization providing mental health and chemical dependency services in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties of Western Washington. We provide quality creative services to children, families, and adults in a variety of outpatient, residential and inpatient settings.</strong>

Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA

Compass Health

<strong>Compass Health is Northwest Washington&rsquo;s behavioral healthcare leader. We are a community-based healthcare agency, integrating behavioral health and medical care services to support clients and communities when and where they need us.</strong><br /><br /><strong>From comprehensive mental health treatment to crisis prevention and intervention, supportive housing, children&rsquo;s services, community education and much more, our non-profit organization serves people of all ages throughout Snohomish, Skagit, Island, San Juan, and Whatcom counties.</strong> https://www.compasshealth.org/

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Full Time

Overview: <p>Join Compass Health&rsquo;s <strong>Children&rsquo;s Intensive Services (WISe)</strong> program in Mt. Vernon and be the peer mentor who empowers young people to find their voice, feel seen, and take control of their behavioral health journey.</p> <p><strong>Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe)</strong> supports Medicaid-eligible youth (up to age 21) facing complex behavioral health challenges. This strength-based, family-focused model centers care in natural environments&mdash;home, school, and community&mdash;to foster healing, connection, and hope.</p> <p>Learn more about WISe: <a href="https://youtu.be/f_Cf6jB5rZk?si=tqM0Dn7M4A4cMueX">Watch the video<br /><br /><br /></a></p> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance</strong> (full-time only)</li> <li><strong>16 vacation days</strong>, <strong>12 sick days</strong>, and <strong>13 paid holidays</strong> (11 standard + 2 you choose)</li> <li><strong>$500/year in professional development funds</strong> + <strong>up to 5 paid education days</strong></li> <li><strong>403(b) retirement plan</strong> with <strong>up to 2% company match</strong> after 1 year</li> <li><strong>Mileage reimbursement</strong></li> <li><strong>Weekly clinical supervision &amp; team support</strong></li> </ul> <p>That&rsquo;s <strong>over 45 paid days off</strong> in your first year!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Use your personal story of living with a behavioral health condition to inspire hope and build trust.</li> <li>Help youth participate in treatment decisions and find their voice in the Wraparound process.</li> <li>Support clients across diverse settings&mdash;office, home, school, and community.</li> <li>Provide mentorship, advocacy, and support to reduce isolation and build life skills.</li> <li>Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet client and family needs.</li> </ul> <br />
Requirements: <ul> <li><strong>High School Diploma or GED</strong> (AA/BA preferred).</li> <li>Must be <strong>21 years of age or older.</strong></li> <li>Personal experience as a youth accessing behavioral health services.</li> <li>Completion of <strong>Certified Peer Support Specialist course and application </strong>before start; CPSS/T credential must be in pending status.</li> <li>Valid <strong>WA State Driver&rsquo;s License</strong>, insured vehicle.</li> <li>Must submit an <strong>Agency Affiliated Counselor application</strong> upon hire if not licensed.</li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Peer Counselor Certification or experience.</li> <li>Knowledge of child development and culturally diverse family systems.</li> <li>Experience in mental health, medical, or social services.</li> <li>Strong communication, boundary-setting, and teamwork skills.</li> <li>Comfort using Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR).</li> </ul> <p><br /> </p> <p><strong>Why Compass Health?</strong></p> <p>Compass Health is the largest private, non-profit provider of behavioral health and substance use services in Northwest Washington, proudly serving <strong>Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties</strong> for over 110 years.</p> <p>We are committed to:</p> <ul> <li>Equity and inclusion</li> <li>Staff development and support</li> <li>Trauma-informed, community-based care</li> </ul> <br /><br />