Behavioral Health Specialist

Behavior Health Specialist I (Bachelor’s Level) Location

• Auburn,
• Kent,
• Federal
• Way,
• WA(Community-based)
• Employment
• Type:
• Full-time (Daytime)
• Salary: $25–$30/hour ($52,000–$62,000 annually, based on location)

Date Posted: April 2, 2026

About the Role

Clarvida is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist I to work with adults age 18 and older who have been discharged from higher levels of care, such as adult family homes or assisted living facilities, and require additional behavioral support to maintain successful placement. In this role, you will partner with clients and their support systems to promote stability, independence, and progress toward individualized goals. You will create Safety and Crisis Plans and Individual Behavior Support Plans, meet weekly with clients, and collaborate closely with family members and residential staff. This position includes participation in an after-hours phone crisis rotation approximately one week every three months.

Responsibilities

● Work with adults age 18+ transitioning from higher levels of care ● Develop Safety and Crisis Plans and Individual Behavior Support Plans ● Meet weekly with clients to support progress toward identified goals ● Collaborate with family members and residential staff to support client success ● Provide education and guidance to support systems on effective behavioral strategies ● Maintain ongoing evaluations, progress notes, and documentation ● Monitor client progress and identify behaviors requiring intervention ● Participate in an after-hours phone crisis response rotation

Requirements

• ● Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field ● Minimum of two years of direct treatment experience with clients with a mental health diagnosis under supervision – Supervised internship hours count toward this requirement ● Eligible for Agency Affiliated Counselor status through the Washington Department of Health (assistance provided) ● Valid Washington Driver’s License, clean driving record, and active auto insurance ● Ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks Compensation & Benefits Full-Time Employees ● Competitive pay: $25–$30/hour ($52k–$62k annually, location dependent ● Opportunity for incentive-based pay up to 10% biweekly ● Flexible, self-managed schedule ● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure ● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually ● Up to 10 paid holidays