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Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
Marysville, Washington

Outpatient Program Therapist - Per Diem

CounselorIncludes callPer Diem

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Salary Range: $50.00/hr

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital - Marysville, WA 98271Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $50.00 - $50.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareJOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST - OUTPATIENT!

This is a Per Diem Position Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Are you a compassionate and skilled mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact on individuals' emotional well-being? Your opportunity to shine is here at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital!

As a Program Therapist in our Outpatient department, you will play a vital role in our mission to address the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. This position involves performing social services functions and guiding patients in accessing therapeutic treatment skills to achieve optimal emotional health.

Your responsibilities will include offering basic consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, crisis intervention, and conducting short-term and long-term family therapy.

We are seeking a dedicated individual who can provide information and referrals as needed, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients and their families.

If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise to a dynamic and caring team, join us at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, where your skills will be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their optimal level of emotional health.

Conduct individual/couples/family counseling with a focus on engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving. Collaborate with community agencies for patient assessment and services. Evaluate and document the effectiveness of interventions and patient responses.

Assess the psychosocial, educational, and behavioral functioning of patients and document updates. Utilize age-specific considerations in treatment planning. Respond promptly to social work service requests. Contribute to the effective functioning of the patient's program and meet social work needs.

Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings. Ensure specific, measurable goals and interventions are defined. Adhere to specific standards for the care of diverse patient populations. Utilize appropriate interventions in psychiatric emergencies.

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education & Licensure: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field. Valid Washington state license in Social Work or clinical-related mental health field.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and strong clinical assessment skills preferred.

Additional Skill Requirements: The Program Therapist role requires candidates to acquire CPR certification and crisis intervention/management training within 30 days of employment to participate in restraining procedures. Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet program needs.

If eligible, candidates are encouraged to obtain acknowledgements from the Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR), such as Mental Health Provider and Children’s Mental Health Specialist.

This position demands a commitment to professional development and a willingness to adapt to the diverse and dynamic needs of the program.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: Cafeteria on site + one free meal per day Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation

This is a per diem position, and the expected compensation is $50 per hour. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Outpatient Program Therapist!

Qualifications

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH), a premier healthcare provider in Marysville, WA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support.

Located in Marysville, WA, SPBH offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.

At SPBH, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions.

You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about SPBH, visit us at smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service __________________________ Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

The Program Therapist will perform social services functions, including crisis intervention and individual, couples, and family counseling to address patients' bio-psychosocial needs. They will also collaborate with community agencies and interdisciplinary teams to develop and document effective treatment plans.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related mental health field and possess a valid Washington state license. A minimum of two years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility is required, along with strong clinical assessment skills.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Group therapyPsychiatric assessmentMental health counselingCase managementPatient documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationPsychosocial assessmentBehavioral functioning assessmentReferral services

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 20% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

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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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

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  • Includes call

Living in Marysville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$588k
Typical market rent
$2,554/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
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 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Marysville, Washington
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Free meal per day
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking