Career paths - Behavioral Health Careers

Find a rewarding path – regardless of your work experience or education. A behavioral health career offers many entry points, a variety of roles, and opportunities for growth.

Exploring career paths

Be the change in your community. Washington needs people in these key roles. Select a pathway to learn more about these roles and what it takes to start.

Substance Use Disorder Prevention Specialist

Build healthy communities and schools by promoting mental health and preventing substance use disorders.

Substance Use Disorder Professional

Provide addiction and substance use disorder treatment helping patients on the path to recovery.

Peer Counselor

Partner with those in recovery to share your experiences and provide support.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Provide support to those in need of mental health treatment and counseling.

I get to change lives every single day.”

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