Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) – On-Call
Location: Mount Vernon, WA
Program: 500-45550 – Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT)
Schedule: On-Call
Wage: $44.17 - $65.30/hr DOE
Are you passionate about helping people in their most vulnerable moments? Join Compass Health’s Skagit County Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) as an On-Call Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) and provide critical behavioral health support where and when it’s needed most—out in the community.
Whether responding to a crisis in a home, school, or public space, you’ll deliver immediate, compassionate care that helps stabilize individuals in distress and connects them to vital services. This is your chance to be a true first responder in the mental health world—backed by an experienced and supportive team.
Deliver in-person crisis intervention and evaluations across Skagit County
Assess clients of all ages for risk and determine the need for involuntary detention under RCW 71.05/71.34
Develop real-time safety and recovery plans in collaboration with clients and families
Provide brief stabilization support and coordinate with MCOT team members, hospitals, and emergency services
Offer follow-up care planning and resource navigation
MA/MS/MSW in a Behavioral Science-related field
Mental Health Professional (MHP) status per WAC
Familiarity with RCW 71.05 and 71.34 preferred
WA State License (or eligible) in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage & Family Therapy preferred
Ability to attend DCR Academy within first year
Valid Washington State Driver’s License with insurance and reliable transportation
Agency Affiliated Counselor application (if unlicensed) required upon hire
Calm under pressure with excellent clinical judgment
Skilled in risk assessment, documentation, and systems coordination
Able to work independently in fast-paced, field-based environments
Passion for serving high-needs and underserved populations
Strong collaboration and communication skills
At Compass Health, your work matters—deeply. We’re proud to foster a culture of support, growth, and purpose, and we offer a wide range of benefits even for on-call employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to full-time employees
16 vacation days your first year
12 sick days plus a wellness day
13 paid holidays – 11 traditional + 2 floating
$500 in professional development funds annually
Paid education leave
403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after one year
And much more! (Benefits are pro-rated for part-time/on-call positions.)
Compass Health is Northwest Washington’s leading non-profit behavioral health provider. For over 110 years, we’ve supported children, families, and adults across Skagit, Island, San Juan, Snohomish, and Whatcom Counties with a broad continuum of mental health and substance use services. Join us in building healthier communities—one individual at a time.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
| Location | Mount Vernon, Washington |