Behavioral Health Associate
Listed compensation
$20.24-$30.36/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Yakima, WA 98902Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: High school diploma or GEDSalary Range: $20.24 - $30.36 HourlyJob Shift: DayWho 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.
Schedule
On Call/ Per Diem 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.
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 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
Provide care and support for individuals in 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities using trauma-informed practices. Responsibilities include leading therapeutic activities, monitoring medication, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve client quality of life.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or GED and eligibility for registration as an Agency Affiliated Counselor. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and be able to comply with N95 respirator requirements.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Associate at COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Behavioral Health — ranked against 1,240 active Behavioral Health listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Behavioral Health Career Context
In Washington, the Behavioral Health weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$72k (14 salary observations; 34 listings), vs ~$74k nationally (184 salary observations; 1,044 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 43 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 53% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 22.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 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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