Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

MCOT Co-Occurring Clinical Supervisor

Full-Time, On-Site (includes community outreach)

Hiring Range: $35.79 – $44.73 per hour

Additional Shift Differentials as high as +$6.00 per hour

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Benefits at a Glance

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking an MCOT Co-Occurring Clinical Supervisor to provide clinical leadership and oversight for our Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. This role supports Designated Crisis Responders and clinical staff by guiding crisis response practices, strengthening team decision-making, and ensuring services align with state requirements and program expectations. The supervisor plays a key role in coordinating crisis interventions, supporting staff performance, and maintaining continuity of care across behavioral health and substance use services. If you are interested in leading mobile crisis work that supports individuals and families during critical moments, we encourage you to apply.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and administrative supervision to MCOT staff, including DCRs, MHPs, MHCPs, SUDPs, and Certified Peer Counselors.
• Maintain expert knowledge of crisis intervention principles focused on rapid stabilization, safety, and recovery-oriented outcomes.
• Maintain working knowledge of Washington State statutes, ITA laws, regulatory codes, and contract requirements governing mobile crisis services.
• Ensure staff are trained on and adhere to regulatory, contractual, and agency requirements.
• Collaborate with KMHS leadership, internal programs, and external partners to ensure coordinated crisis response and continuity of care.
• Monitor trends, grievances, and community concerns that may impact MCOT operations or public perception.
• Provide case consultation and record review to ensure quality of care, documentation accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Ensure staff follow agency policies that balance clinical effectiveness and safety during crisis response.
• Support application of appropriate levels of care, face-to-face interventions, and follow-up services.
• Provide back-up crisis response services and on-call clinical consultation as needed.
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure 24-hour crisis response coverage.
• Promote staff morale, professional development, and a collaborative team environment.
• Participate in policy development and ensure compliance with MCOT-specific procedures.
• Support training, education, and consultation for staff, community partners, and other agencies.
• Ensure timely completion of performance evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified applicants must meet both of the qualifications below for the Mobile Crisis Outreach Co-Occurring Clinical Supervisor:

1. Licensure (Dual Credential Required)

• Qualifications for Certified agency affiliated counselor (WAC-246-810-0152) or licensed agency affiliated counselor requirements (WAC-246-810-0154)

AND

• Qualifications for Substance Use Disorder Professional or Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist License Enhancement (RCW 18.205.105)

Must maintain Washington State Department of Health license in good standing.

2. Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health or must meet waiver criteria of RCW 71.24.260, and a minimum of 3 years of job-related experience.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social services which includes the minimum coursework in WAC 246-810-0153, and a minimum of five years’ supervised experience gained under the supervision of a mental health professional.  

AND

• Experience in crisis intervention with youth and adults, crisis triage centers, acute inpatient units, substance use treatment centers and/or community outreach.

• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in a behavioral health setting and/or experience in healthcare leadership.

• Working knowledge of the medial aspects of addiction and recovery, including signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal from substances, and MAT/MOUD.

• Working knowledge of ASAM levels of care.

• Capacity to work well with families, community services, correctional facilities, and hospital personnel.

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency. Therefore, the incumbent must meet all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver’s license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE:  Working knowledge of Washington State ITA law, DCR protocols, and mobile crisis outreach models of crisis response.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health, including health care reform and automation of job tasks using computer technology.
• Substance abuse disorders treatment knowledge.
• Working knowledge of the medical aspects of addiction and recovery, including signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal from substances, and MAT/MOUD.

• Working knowledge of ASAM levels of care.

SKILLS:

• Must be able to effectively document using both handwriting and agency recognized computer word processing formats.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to operate a desktop/laptop computer, fax machine, printer, scanner, and copier proficiently.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to deescalate potentially volatile situations with clients. 
• Ability to assist in building positive working relationships with staff of all agency departments.
• Ability to work well with families, community services, correctional facilities, and hospital personnel

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods.

Mental/Physical Requirements:  Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods. This position is performed in office and out in the community. This position is highly mobile and requires the ability to react quickly and perceive environmental stimuli accurately.

*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary. Bonus amounts are prorated by FTE, and any changes to FTE before all bonus installments are paid may alter the total payout.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.