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Excel Supported Living
Spokane, Washington

Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35-$45/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

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Job Description

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Behavioral Specialist
  • Excel Supported Living, Inc. | Spokane, WA

Position Summary

Excel Supported Living, Inc. is seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and motivated Behavioral Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral support needs in residential and community-based settings.

The Behavioral Specialist works closely with leadership, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), families, guardians, and interdisciplinary teams to develop effective behavioral strategies, strengthen staff skills, and promote client safety, independence, and quality of life.

The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, highly organized, solution-focused, and passionate about providing person-centered support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing, implementing, and monitoring Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs).
  • Observe behavioral concerns, identify triggers, and recommend appropriate support strategies.
  • Coach and train DSPs on positive behavior supports, trauma-informed care, de-escalation, and crisis prevention.
  • Monitor behavioral documentation, incident reports, and tracking data for accuracy and consistency.

Support individuals in developing coping skills, communication skills, healthy routines, and greater independence.

Collaborate with program leadership, families, guardians, and healthcare professionals to coordinate behavioral supports.

Provide guidance to staff on client-specific protocols, safety procedures, and appropriate interventions.

Participate in behavioral planning meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.

Maintain accurate documentation and assist with compliance with DDA, RCS, company policies, and applicable Washington State regulations.

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, behavioral health needs, or mental health challenges.

  • Knowledge of positive behavior supports, trauma-informed care, and behavioral intervention strategies.
  • Experience with de-escalation, crisis prevention, and responding appropriately to challenging behaviors.
  • Strong communication, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in high-pressure situations.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications

Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician

BCBA Certified

  • Experience in residential services, supported living, or healthcare settings.
  • Master's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral sciences, or a related field.
  • Schedule & Compensation
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Location: Spokane, Washington
  • Compensation: Competitive, depending on experience (DOE)

Benefits

Eligible Full-time Employees May Qualify For

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Join Our Team!

If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges, supporting staff development, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities, we encourage you to apply!

Excel Supported Living, Inc.

Promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life through compassionate, person-centered support.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Behavioral Support PlanningBehavioral ObservationStaff Coaching and TrainingIncident ReportingData TrackingInterdisciplinary CollaborationDevelopmental Disabilities Support

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 40% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$73k–$94kMental Health Therapy median $103k (middle half $78k–$118k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$78k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Washington194 active7,965 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 56% remote · 40% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington Counselor listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 13% offer loan repayment300 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,609 in the last 30 days1,452 the 30 days before (+80%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$83k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 26 employers
12
<$85k
8
$85k-100k
8
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k
3
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

24 jobs
401k / retirement match
83%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
33%
CME allowance
33%
PSLF eligible
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$67k-$143k
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Licensed Mental Health Therapist

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$123k-$141k
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$123k-$141k
#4

Clinical Manager LCSW, LPC, LMHC, LMFT

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,910 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Excel Supported Living

Mental Health Care
Spokane, WA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k
Typical market rent
$1,483/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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