Clinical Program Assistant

Job overview

The Clinical Program Assistant role is onsite in Friday Harbor, WA, supporting Mental Health Programs in San Juan County; compensation is not specified. Compass Health is Northwest Washington’s behavioral healthcare leader, providing services to individuals and families across five counties. The assistant provides complex clerical and administrative support to clinical and medical staff, helping maintain efficient program operations, accurate records, and responsive communication. Reception, client assistance, scheduling, financial tracking, and compliance support contribute to coordinated behavioral health services for clients, families, staff, and community partners.

What you'll do

• Enter client service and registration records
• maintain staff time records and prepare staffing schedules
• coordinate purchasing, meetings, mail, and office supplies
• record admissions and discharges
• track policy changes and organize report data
• prepare correspondence and documents
• greet clients and visitors and answer calls
• assist with client and partner communication
• help de-escalate urgent situations or provide temporary support until staff are available
• maintain client funds and deposits
• review files for compliance
• protect health information
• participate in supervision and team meetings and maintain required training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical program assistant

behavioral health

mental health programs

administrative support

client support

reception

records management

friday harbor wa

compass health

hipaa

high school diploma

medical and dental insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to full-time employees
• 16 vacation days in the first year
• 12 sick days including a wellness day
• 13 paid holidays
• professional development funds
• up to 5 days of paid education leave
• 403(b) with up to 2% company match after the first year.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Washington State driver’s license, vehicle access, and appropriate insurance if applicable. Associate or bachelor’s degree and relevant medical, behavioral health, or social services experience are preferred.

About the employer

Compass Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.