Youth Support Partner - Mt. Vernon Childrens Intensive Services

Youth Support Partner - Mt. Vernon Children's Intensive Services at Compass Health Youth Support Partner - Mt. Vernon Children's Intensive Services at Compass Health in Mount Vernon, Washington Posted in about 8 hours ago.

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Youth Support Partner Mt. Vernon, WA Full-Time | Flexible Schedule www.compasshealth.org Turn Your Lived Experience Into Lifesaving Support 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 What You'll Do 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. What You Bring 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 Preferred Qualifications 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) What We Offer 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! Why Compass Health? 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.

We are committed to:

Equity and inclusion Staff development and support Trauma-informed, community-based care Diversity & Equal Opportunity 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

Behaviors Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Peer Recognition:

Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers Ability to Make an

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Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Diploma - GED Secondary High School Diploma Licenses & Certifications Car Insurance Drivers License NPPES Certified Peer Counselor Agency Aff Coun-Registerd