Clinician Jobs in Washington
Clinician jobs in Washington are concentrated in behavioral health, primary care, and integrated community health settings, with demand running from entry-level associate positions through senior licensed roles. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like UW Medicine, MultiCare Health System, and Sea Mar Community Health Centers maintain deep, ongoing hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties right now are behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and pediatric primary care. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
The Clinician II is a member of a multi-disciplinary team, which provides telephonic and outreach crisis intervention and evaluation services to individuals and families. The primary goals of these crisis services programs are to divert individuals from, admission to an emergency department, the criminal justice system, and inpatient psychiatric treatment while maximizing the use of community resources for stabilization purposes. These programs serve individuals who could have a co-occurring disorder and might also be homeless. The MCAT team serves individuals who are 21+ years old.
The Clinician II provides rapid response, assessment services, crisis intervention, engagement, supportive counseling, information and referral, assistance with Medicaid enrollment as appropriate, linkage to requested/necessary resources and appropriate community-based mental health and linkage to substance use services for ongoing treatment and follow-up.
SHIFT: Wednesday-Saturday 7:00AM-5:30PM - This shift is eligible for added shift differential of 2.75%.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide crisis and hospital diversion services to youth, adults, and families in a behavioral health crisis and facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources.
Provide initial and follow-up phone and face to face assessments for individuals who are at moderate or high risk.
Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments to determine the level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others.
In collaboration with client and their support network, develop stabilization and safety plans.
Complete comprehensive documentation which supports the safety plan as indicated.
Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of community resources and ability to access resources to support and address client needs.
Develop follow-up plans for at risk/high risk children, youth, and families to ensure stabilization and/or services obtained.
Ensure discharge plans include the client’s input/participation and are appropriate to the client’s needs/level of risk and are time limited.
Maintain working relationships with the courts, attorneys, providers, police and sheriff's deputies, jail staff, clinical and administrative persons at inpatient psychiatric facilities throughout the state, staff of other agencies, advocates and consumer groups and citizens.
Participate in Peer Review, supervision, in-center educational and administrative meetings as directed.
Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate.
Provide case management and wrap-around services as needed.
Assist clients in obtaining basic needs such as emergency housing/shelter services, financial assistance, medical services, medications, and other resources that will help them maintain stability in the community.
Provide coaching, advocacy, information and referral, linkage and coordination with resources, and ongoing supports.
Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
Master’s degree in behavioral health or related field
Must submit for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
FOR CYFMC and MCAT - Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.
PREFERRED:
Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations
Professional licensure in the state of Washington.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Strong engagement and customer service skills, empathy, ability to remain calm, professional, and clear headed during escalated situations.
Knowledge and skills in working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Knowledge of or ability to gain knowledge of all WAC and RCW requirements for Crisis and Involuntary Treatment Services
Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level, and socio-economic status.
Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking, decision-making ability, problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position provided client services in community settings on a daily basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large. Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.
Daily travel between locations is required.
The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.
Daily use of a computer is required.
May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):
Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 - $38.79
Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 - $41.06
All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:
Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 per hour.
Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 per hour.
The Wednesday-Saturday 7AM-5:30PM shift is eligible for added shift differential of 2.75% to the base pay above.
Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.
BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks
Signing Bonus!
No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
Free Employee Assistance Program
Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
The Clinician II is a member of a multi-disciplinary team, which provides telephonic and outreach crisis intervention and evaluation services to individuals and families. The primary goals of these crisis services programs are to divert individuals from, admission to an emergency department, the criminal justice system, and inpatient psychiatric treatment while maximizing the use of community resources for stabilization purposes. These programs serve individuals who could have a co-occurring disorder and might also be homeless. The MCAT team serves individuals who are 21+ years old.
The Clinician II provides rapid response, assessment services, crisis intervention, engagement, supportive counseling, information and referral, assistance with Medicaid enrollment as appropriate, linkage to requested/necessary resources and appropriate community-based mental health and linkage to substance use services for ongoing treatment and follow-up.
SHIFT: Wednesday-Saturday 7:00AM-5:30PM - This shift is eligible for added shift differential of 2.75%.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide crisis and hospital diversion services to youth, adults, and families in a behavioral health crisis and facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources.
Provide initial and follow-up phone and face to face assessments for individuals who are at moderate or high risk.
Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments to determine the level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others.
In collaboration with client and their support network, develop stabilization and safety plans.
Complete comprehensive documentation which supports the safety plan as indicated.
Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of community resources and ability to access resources to support and address client needs.
Develop follow-up plans for at risk/high risk children, youth, and families to ensure stabilization and/or services obtained.
Ensure discharge plans include the client’s input/participation and are appropriate to the client’s needs/level of risk and are time limited.
Maintain working relationships with the courts, attorneys, providers, police and sheriff's deputies, jail staff, clinical and administrative persons at inpatient psychiatric facilities throughout the state, staff of other agencies, advocates and consumer groups and citizens.
Participate in Peer Review, supervision, in-center educational and administrative meetings as directed.
Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate.
Provide case management and wrap-around services as needed.
Assist clients in obtaining basic needs such as emergency housing/shelter services, financial assistance, medical services, medications, and other resources that will help them maintain stability in the community.
Provide coaching, advocacy, information and referral, linkage and coordination with resources, and ongoing supports.
Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
Master’s degree in behavioral health or related field
Must submit for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
FOR CYFMC and MCAT - Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.
PREFERRED:
Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations
Professional licensure in the state of Washington.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Strong engagement and customer service skills, empathy, ability to remain calm, professional, and clear headed during escalated situations.
Knowledge and skills in working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Knowledge of or ability to gain knowledge of all WAC and RCW requirements for Crisis and Involuntary Treatment Services
Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level, and socio-economic status.
Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking, decision-making ability, problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position provided client services in community settings on a daily basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large. Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.
Daily travel between locations is required.
The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.
Daily use of a computer is required.
May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):
Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 - $38.79
Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 - $41.06
All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:
Mental Health Clinician II - No Licensure: $31.84 per hour.
Mental Health Clinician III - Licensure: $33.70 per hour.
The Wednesday-Saturday 7AM-5:30PM shift is eligible for added shift differential of 2.75% to the base pay above.
Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.
BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks
Signing Bonus!
No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
Free Employee Assistance Program
Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinician Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Frontier Behavioral Health20
- TeamHealth10
- Sunrise Services9
- Transformations Care Network7
- Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinician jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State license issued by the Department of Health or a recognized Washington credential
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a directly related clinical field
- Minimum two years of direct client-facing clinical experience in a licensed setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Experience conducting clinical assessments, treatment planning, and case documentation
- Ability to meet Washington State background check and continuing education requirements
Clinician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinician in Washington?
The path depends on your clinical discipline, but most licensed clinician roles in Washington require a master's degree in a clinical field and licensure through the Washington State Department of Health. Behavioral health clinicians typically pursue an Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential, which requires supervised post-graduate hours and a state exam. Washington's Department of Health manages all applications and renewals through its online licensing portal.
Which companies hire clinicians in Washington?
Employers hiring clinicians in Washington right now include Frontier Behavioral Health, TeamHealth, and Sunrise Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's federally qualified health centers, integrated tribal health programs, and large academic medical systems consistently maintain among the most active clinician pipelines in the Pacific Northwest.
Which Washington cities have the most clinician jobs?
Spokane, Seattle, and Bellingham have the most clinician openings in Washington. Seattle drives volume through its dense concentration of academic medical centers and community health networks, while Spokane and Tacoma serve as regional hubs anchored by large health systems like MultiCare and Providence that staff clinics across eastern and south Puget Sound Washington.
Are there remote clinician jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. About 52% of clinician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, in-person nature of most direct clinical care. The roles most likely to allow remote or telehealth arrangements are behavioral health counseling, care coordination, and utilization review positions that do not require in-person client assessment.
How can I get hired as a clinician in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a supervised post-graduate internship or residency program, which several large Washington employers specifically offer new graduates. UW Medicine, Sea Mar Community Health Centers, and Community Health of Central Washington regularly post associate or trainee clinician roles designed for candidates still accumulating supervised hours toward licensure. Candidates who hold a provisional license from the Washington Department of Health and can document completed practicum hours have a clear advantage over those who have not yet started the licensing process.
Where can I find and apply to clinician jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to clinician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across behavioral health, primary care, and community health settings. Search the listings to find roles that match your license type, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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