Program Manager - Mt. Vernon Children's Intensive Services

Program Manager – Children’s Intensive Services / WISe

Lead with Purpose. Empower Youth. Champion Family-Centered Care.

Compass Health is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Program Manager to lead our WISe Teal team in Mt. Vernon. Join a passionate team of behavioral health professionals dedicated to supporting youth and families in their communities through strength-based, wraparound services.

About the Program

Our WISe (Wraparound with Intensive Services) program provides intensive outpatient services to Medicaid-eligible youth with complex behavioral health needs. Delivered in the child and family’s natural environments—home, school, and community—WISe promotes family voice and choice, natural supports, and self-sufficiency. The Teal Team serves families throughout Skagit County with a collaborative approach that includes individual therapy, care coordination, youth and parent peer support, and 24/7 crisis response.

What You’ll Do

As the Program Manager, you will:

• Provide leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative direction to a multi-disciplinary WISe team.

• Ensure timely, high-quality, and trauma-informed service delivery.

• Supervise and mentor staff, including clinicians, care coordinators, and peer support specialists.

• Collaborate with other WISe program leaders across five counties for strategic alignment.

• Oversee program compliance, documentation, and reporting requirements.

• Represent Compass Health in system coordination and stakeholder meetings.

• Support after-hours crisis operations, as needed.

What You Bring

• Master’s degree (MA/MS/MSW) in a behavioral science-related field.

• Current Washington State license (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent).

• Mental Health Professional (MHP) status per WAC.

• Minimum 4 years of direct clinical experience in behavioral healthcare.

• At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience (4+ preferred).

• Clinical experience working with youth required; WISe experience preferred.

• WA State Approved Supervisor Training (or ability to complete prior to clinical supervision duties).

• First Aid/CPR and Food Handler’s Permit (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

• Valid WA Driver’s License, vehicle, and insurance.

• Ability to complete WISe online modules within 30 days of hire and full training within 6 months.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Strong leadership, organizational, and crisis intervention skills.

• Deep understanding of youth behavioral health systems and wraparound care.

• Ability to develop a positive and effective team culture.

• Comfort navigating cross-system collaboration with schools, healthcare, courts, and state agencies.

• Skilled in communication, documentation, and time management in fast-paced environments.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to full-time employees

• 16 days of vacation in your first year

• 12 sick days, including a dedicated wellness day

• 13 paid holidays – 11 standard + 2 personal days

• $500 in annual professional development funds

• Up to 10 days of paid education leave

• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after one year

• Mileage reimbursement

• Weekly clinical supervision

• And much more!

About Compass Health

Compass Health is Northwest Washington’s largest private, non-profit behavioral health provider. With over 110 years of experience, we offer a full continuum of outpatient, residential, and crisis services to children, families, and adults across Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.