Youth Mobile Crisis MHP

Youth MCOT Mental Health Professional (MHP)

Hiring Range: $35.78 - $44.73 Per Hour

Earn Additional Shift Differentials As High As $6.00 Per Hour

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus* (Pro-rated For Less Than 40 Hours Per Week, Half First Paycheck, ¼ at 6mo, ¼ at 12mo)

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well-being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Youth Mobile Crisis Outreach Mental Health Professional (MHP) to join our Youth Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT). This position focuses on providing rapid, expert crisis intervention and support for youth and families experiencing behavioral health crises. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll work alongside Certified Peer Counselors (CPCs), Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs), and other behavioral health professionals to stabilize crises and connect youth with essential services.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Advocate for youth access to appropriate behavioral health, substance use, and wraparound services to promote long-term stability
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and resolution throughout Kitsap County, working within a collaborative team environment
• Conduct face-to-face crisis assessments in partnership with DCRs, CPCs, and other MCOT members
• Assess and ensure the safety of clients, the community, and staff during crisis outreach
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to stabilize clients in the least restrictive environment
• Coordinate with law enforcement, medical personnel, social service agencies, and family members to develop appropriate crisis intervention plans
• Maintain knowledge of Washington State ITA laws (RCW 71.05 & 71.34) and other crisis intervention regulations
• Provide education and support to clients, family members, and community partners on accessing behavioral health and substance use services
• Develop and implement individualized safety plans and least restrictive alternatives for crisis resolution
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of crisis interventions in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
• Participate in team meetings, clinical case reviews, and ongoing training to enhance crisis response effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field or must meet waiver criteria of RCW 71.24.260.

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

LICENSURE: Must meet and maintain the definition of a Mental Health Professional as defined in RCW 71.05.020.

Preferred Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE: Experience with adults/youth in crisis intervention, crisis triage centers, acute inpatient units and/or substance abuse treatment centers, and community outreach.

*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.