Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Facilitator (Tacoma)

Role summary

Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Facilitator (Tacoma) is a full-time role at Service Alternatives in Tacoma, Washington, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-20. Salary: USD 23–24 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Facilitator (Tacoma)

Company

Service Alternatives

Location

Tacoma, Washington, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Software Engineering

Salary

USD 23–24 per hour

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-20

Job description

**42 Years of Advancing Potential**

Job Summary:

You will be using your creativity to transform high level mental health concepts into realistic action for a persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This is an opportunity to activate your group facilitation skills, develop and plan enriching therapy and activity sessions while providing direct group and individual therapy to clients.

Wage : $23.45 - $24.45

Program number : 054

Locations : Tacoma, WA

Schedule : (see below)

What you'll be doing:

You will be part of a team of certified skills trainers who work enhance quality of life and independence for individuals providing:

Weekly skills groups

Weekly skills sessions in client homes

Community events supporting clients putting skills into practice

Events and celebrations centered around clients personal successes

Develop genuine relationships with clients while maintaining healthy boundaries and strong professionalism.

What you’ll gain:

Included in this position, Service Alternatives (SA) provides comprehensive training in the DBT clinical process es, facilitation, group presentation and curriculum development. You will receive:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Foundational Training – Behavioral Tech Institute

Comprehensive program in providing DBT with a high level of fidelity to evidence-based models.

SA Training Academy

Strengthen and refine your skills in coaching, mentoring and developing group curriculum through our exclusive SA Training Academy

Introduction to Elemental Leadership

Foundations of leadership

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in human services or a closely related field from an accredited college

One-year experience working with Adults or Children with Development/Intellectual Disabilities or at-risk youth

Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check

Within 120 days of hire:

Obtain certificate of completion of SA Training Academy Paid for by SA

Completion of DBT Foundation Training through Behavior Tech Institute Paid for by SA

Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license Paid for by SA

Licensing and Certifications:

Current driver license, car, and car insurance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience facilitating group settings

Benefits:

PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages

401(k), 401(k) Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Schedule, Paid Time Off

*See attached "at a glance" for more information*

Service Alternatives is:

We are a values-driven human services company making an impact since 1983. We align our vision, mission and values in the operations of our business. Our Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB Statement can be found here: Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB.

SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

This position is 9-5, Monday-Friday.