Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor- DCR
Listed compensation
$95K
The week, per this posting
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:
Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization
The Clinical Supervisor supervises Designated Crisis Responders (DCR'S). The DCR's are responsible for executing civil commitment services in Clark County, including Crisis Services and assessments for Involuntary Treatment Act. This individual supervises the DCR's in all phases of their work. The person in this position also supervises the support staff in the implementation of systems, and coordinates with the Behavioral Health Program Manager regarding administrative and clinical management procedures relating to clients.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Understanding of the ASO and BHO contract requirements, enrollment, crisis requirement, and discharge planning.
- Works effectively with all persons and groups with an open mind towards cultural differences and knowledge of cultures.
- Works effectively in an integrated care team, including but not limited to clinical supervisor, psychiatric prescriber, case manager, financial case manager, and care coordination with primary care providers.
- Must have the ability to accurately diagnose mental health issues and develop crisis follow up plans based upon diagnoses, risk and protective factors.
- Understands substance use as it relates to behavioral health clients and an ability to coordinate with substance use treatment providers to ensure the needs of clients with co-occurring conditions are met.
- The DCR must sign a permanent oath of confidentiality covering all related patient-related information.
- The DCR should be proficient in professional writing and completion of clinical records.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral science or related field.
- Two or more years of clinical experience working with high-acuity clients.
- Responsible for their individual continuing education hours and licensing fees.
- Must meet and maintain the definition of a Mental Health Professional as defined in RCW 71.05.020
- Must possess an active, approved credential from the Washington State Department of Health. At least 2 years of leadership experience.
Salary - Salary Plan, 95,000.00 USD Annual
What We Offer
Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
- We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.
- Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.
Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at this link.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Supervisor oversees Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs) in executing civil commitment services and crisis assessments. They also manage support staff and coordinate administrative and clinical procedures with the Behavioral Health Program Manager.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in social or behavioral science and possess an active credential from the Washington State Department of Health. At least two years of clinical experience with high-acuity clients and two years of leadership experience are required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor- DCR at Sea Mar Community Health Centers a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Mental Health Therapy healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.
Mental Health Therapy Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 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. At the posted ~$95k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.