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Comprehensive Healthcare
College Place, Washington

Behavioral Health Associate - On Call

Behavioral Health TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$20.24-$30.36/hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: College Place, WA 99325Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: High school diploma or GEDSalary Range: $20.24 - $30.36 HourlyJob Shift: VariousWho is Comprehensive Healthcare?

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Behavioral Health Associate? Behavioral Health Associates provide care, support, and a safe living environment for individuals residing within our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities.

Behavioral Health Associates follow trauma-informed care practices to support clients in stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills with the goal of improving quality of life.

This position is supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, therapists, prescribers, and other direct care staff. This Behavioral Health Associate position is On-Call and as-needed, with no set schedule. Available shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Behavioral Health Associate duties may include: promoting and engaging in therapeutic activities with clients accompanying clients to appointments, community events, and outings collaborating with the client’s family & natural supports, and with community support and healthcare providers providing coaching and supportive counseling in both group & individual settings monitoring medication self-administration, symptoms & medication response maintaining a safe and clean environment, which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning depending on assigned facility completing required documentation that reflects the activities, goals, and progress of each client Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Previous related experience preferred Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance Must be willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements, including the removal of facial hair for initial fit testing and throughout employment when donning N95 respirators is clinically indicated In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

It is the policy of Comprehensive Healthcare to ensure that employees are provided the equipment necessary to protect their health from respiratory disease in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Respirators, training, and medical evaluations are provided at no cost to the employee during normal working hours. The medical evaluation will determine the employee’s ability to use a respirator and is required prior to completing fit testing of the respirator.

Fit testing will be performed using the same make, model, style, and size of respirator that will be used by the employee when at work. A respirator is designed to achieve a very close facial fit and very efficient filtration of airborne particles.

The edges of the respirator are designed to form a seal around the nose and mouth.

To achieve this, employees must (a) arrive for fit testing clean shaven around the sealing surface of the mask; (s) have nothing to eat or drink other than plain water for 20 minutes prior to the appointment; and (3) have not smoked, vaped, or chewed gum for 20 minutes prior to the appointment.

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You Training and Development A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs Innovative Program & Services A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions.

The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

Behavioral Health Associates provide direct care, support, and a safe living environment for individuals in inpatient and residential facilities. They engage clients in therapeutic activities, monitor medication self-administration, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support client stabilization.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and be eligible for registration as an Agency Affiliated Counselor. A valid driver's license, vehicle liability insurance, and the ability to comply with N95 respirator requirements are mandatory.

Key Skills

Behavioral health supportCrisis interventionMedication monitoringPatient careSafety monitoringCollaboration

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 28% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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CME allowance
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 60% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,291 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in College Place

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,351/mo
Residents’ average commute
13 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Walla Walla, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Comprehensive Healthcare

Mental Health Care
Yakima, WA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Training and Development
Career Opportunities
Regular Training
Innovative Programs
Joint Commission Accredited