Behavioral Health Associate- Detox- On Call
Listed compensation
$20.24-$30.36/hr
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage and nights and shift pattern.
- Employment & setting
- Per Diem
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
- ptoms and learning illness management skills. These positions are part of an interdisciplinary team that provides individualized, trauma-informed treatment in collaboration with the client’s natural support systems to help ensure a smooth transition to community outpatient treatment. This role is best suited to someone who communicates effectively, remaining supportive and empathetic during challenging situations, and who values teamwork and collaboration in working toward the goal of improving the lives of the individuals we serve. A general understanding of behavioral health issues is helpful. Behavioral Health Associate duties may include: developing and conducting social & leisure activities for clients facilitating educational, behavioral health, or skill-building groups coaching clients in practical living skills such as nutrition, budgeting, and other independent living activities accompanying clients to appointments, community events, and outings providing daily oversight of medication self-administration and monitoring sym
- ptoms & 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 ensuring the safety of yourself, other staff, and clients by properly using personal protective equipment (PPE), including N95 respirator masks, when appropriate Schedule: On- Call 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 li
- ability insurance 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. Detox & Crisis Triage Center is a sixteen-bed facility that serves adults who are experiencing substance use or mental health crises who need a safe environment to stabilize. Clients receive individual and group services, sym
- ptom monitoring, service coordination and case management, and referrals to longer-term treatment services when appropriate. 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, super
- vision, 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 Excellent Benefits Competitive salaries within our communities and industry Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies Access to Employee Assistance Program services Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation Agency-funded life and dis
- ability insurance program Financial incentives to further employee education Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance Equal Opportunity Employer: 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, dis
- ability 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 gladly offers accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
Behavioral Health Associates provide direct care, supportive counseling, and skills development to clients within a 24-hour inpatient facility. They are responsible for monitoring medication, maintaining a safe environment, and documenting client progress as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
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 and vehicle liability insurance are also required for this position.
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 43 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% have no call, 37% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$53k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $49k 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 ~$53k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Listing-based score
- Includes call
Living in Yakima
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $379k
- Typical market rent
- $1,329/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 18 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 95.5
- 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 · Yakima, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.