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Job openings

Discover your next role among current openings in substance use disorder and mental health services in Washington. Whether you’re just starting your career or transferring your skill set to a new path, you can bring value to your community.

Traning programs

Explore opportunities for training, credentialing exams and additional education in behavioral health to help you meet requirements for certain roles or uplevel your career.

Financial aid for behavioral health training

If you’re looking to participate in a behavioral health training that helps you expand your career options and serve your community, you may qualify for tuition assistance. Learn more about what financial aid is available and who qualifies.

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Explore career paths

DBHR Prevention Fellow: 10-month fellowship open to all experience levels and backgrounds to expand the field of substance use disorder prevention

Department of Health: Overview of WA state behavioral health career options

Washington Career Bridge: Find the education and training you need to get the job you want

Learn more about behavioral health

The Athena Forum: Resources for substance use disorder prevention and mental health promotion professionals and volunteers

NAMI Washington: A grassroots mental health organization focused on advocating for access to mental health and substance use disorder services and treatment

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