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Clinical Supervisor - Crisis Response Services

4/28/2026

The Clinical Supervisor will lead and support frontline crisis responders by providing clinical guidance, mentorship, and real-time support during crisis situations. They are responsible for overseeing daily operations in a 24/7 contact center, training staff on best practices, and ensuring the quality of crisis care.

Salary

86000 - 94000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Mission: To foster resilience and wellbeing for all by connecting people to accessible and compassionate support. Crisis Connections has been at the heart of the Seattle-King County safety net for 50 years. We provide a variety of text, chat and phone-based support services that are free and easily accessible to anyone in our community experiencing crisis. Our service area includes King County and WA State. Our core services include: - King County 988 & Regional Crisis Lines: Immediate assistance for people experiencing emotional distress, mental health crisis, or considering suicide. All calls are anonymous and confidential. Available 24/7/365. - WA Recovery Help Line: A statewide resource for people struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or problem gambling. - King County 2-1-1: Provides expert assistance in finding community resources and health/human services. Need help but don’t know where to turn? Dial 2-1-1. - Teen Link: An anonymous and confidential help line for youth, answered by teen volunteers. Phone and chat are available every evening from 6-10pm. Teen Link also provides youth suicide prevention trainings in area schools. - WA Warm Line: A statewide peer support help line for people living with mental illness. - Survivors of Suicide: Support groups for anyone who's lost a loved one to suicide. For more information visit: www.crisisclinic.org -------- Crisis Connections is a non-profit agency registered with the Secretary of State as a charitable organization. We are state-licensed as an emergency telephone service and chemical dependency provider. We are accredited by the Alliance of Information & Referral Systems and CONTACT USA. Crisis Connections is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
About the Role

Description


Lead with Purpose. Support Lives in Crisis.


Every call can change a life. As a Clinical Supervisor, you’ll lead and support frontline crisis responders who provide compassionate, life-saving support to individuals in their most vulnerable moments. This is a hands-on leadership role for a licensed (or license-eligible) mental health professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is driven by impact, mentorship, and service.


At Crisis Connections, you’ll help shape the quality of crisis care delivered across King County and Washington State—ensuring that every caller receives timely, thoughtful, and effective support.


Why This Role Matters

  • You’ll directly influence the quality of suicide prevention and crisis response services.
  • You’ll mentor and develop crisis professionals doing emotionally demanding, meaningful work.
  • You’ll help ensure 24/7 coverage and clinical excellence in a high-impact contact center.
  • You’ll collaborate with clinical leaders and community partners across the state.

What You’ll Do

  • Supervise, coach, and support crisis line staff and volunteers
  • Provide clinical guidance and mentorship during real-time crisis situations
  • Support daily operations in a 24/7 crisis contact center
  • Train staff on best practices, policies, and crisis intervention techniques
  • Monitor call and performance trends to ensure quality and consistency
  • Partner with internal leaders and external behavioral health providers
  • Serve as a trusted clinical resource for staff at all experience level

Requirements


What You Bring

  • Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
  • Qualified as a Mental Health Professional under Washington State standards (active or license-eligible)
  • Licensure (or associate licensure) in counseling or social work
  • Experience supporting individuals in crisis
  • Strong communication, documentation, and computer skills 
  • Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) credential required by the end of the probationary period. Applications must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Crisis Connections will reimburse the cost of obtaining the credential. 

Preferred

  • Experience with crisis lines, helplines, or phone-based assessments
  • Training or facilitation experience
  • Background in call center or multidisciplinary environments

Why You’ll Love Working at Crisis Connections

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Retirement and transit benefits
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • A mission-driven, inclusive workplace committed to equity and belonging

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re energized by meaningful leadership, clinical excellence, and supporting both staff and community members during critical moments, we encourage you to apply.


Apply today and help strengthen the future of crisis care. 

  

988 Clinical Supervisor – Crisis

Location: Seattle (Belltown Area)
Full-Time | Multiple Shifts Available (Days or Swing)

Salary Range: $86,000–$94,000

  

Learn more about our benefits and employee support:
https://crisisconnections.org/get-involved/careers/benefits/

Key Skills
Crisis interventionClinical supervisionMental health counselingStaff mentorshipSuicide preventionCrisis responseClinical documentationPerformance monitoringBehavioral healthTraining facilitationCommunication skillsComputer skills
Categories
HealthcareSocial ServicesManagement & LeadershipCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Medical coverageDental coverageVision coveragePaid time offPaid holidaysRetirement benefitsTransit benefitsProfessional development
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