Mt. Vernon, WA
Full-Time | Flexible Schedule
www.compasshealth.org (http://www.compasshealth.org)
Join Compass Health’s Children’s Intensive Services (WISe) 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.
Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe) supports Medicaid-eligible youth (up to age 21) facing complex behavioral health challenges. This strength-based, family-focused model centers care in natural environments—home, school, and community—to foster healing, connection, and hope.
Learn more about WISe: Watch the video (https://youtu.be/f_Cf6jB5rZk?si=tqM0Dn7M4A4cMueX)
As a Youth Support Partner, you will:
Use your personal story of living with a behavioral health condition to inspire hope and build trust.
Help youth participate in treatment decisions and find their voice in the Wraparound process.
Support clients across diverse settings—office, home, school, and community.
Provide mentorship, advocacy, and support to reduce isolation and build life skills.
Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet client and family needs.
High School Diploma or GED (AA/BA preferred)
Must be 21 years of age or older
Personal experience as a youth accessing behavioral health services
Completion of Certified Peer Support Specialist prerequisite course and application before start; live certification within 90 days.
Valid WA State Driver’s License, insured vehicle
Must submit an Agency Affiliated Counselor application upon hire if not licensed
Peer Counselor Certification or experience
Knowledge of child development and culturally diverse family systems
Experience in mental health, medical, or social services
Strong communication, boundary-setting, and teamwork skills
Comfort using Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR)
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time only)
16 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 13 paid holidays (11 standard + 2 you choose)
$500/year in professional development funds + up to 5 paid education days
403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after 1 year
Mileage reimbursement
Weekly clinical supervision & team support
That’s over 45 paid days off in your first year!
Compass Health is the largest private, non-profit provider of behavioral health and substance use services in Northwest Washington, proudly serving Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties for over 110 years.
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Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including people of color, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Want to make a difference using your lived experience?
Apply now at www.compasshealth.org (http://www.compasshealth.org)
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Diploma - GED Secondary or better
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High School Diploma or better
Preferred
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Car Insurance
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Drivers License
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NPPES
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Certified Peer Counselor
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Agency Aff Coun-Registerd
Preferred
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
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Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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