Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Oregon
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Oregon are in strong demand, concentrated in behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, community mental health centers, and child welfare programs, with openings at every level from associate positions to licensed clinical supervisors. Portland, Salem, and Eugene account for the largest share of hiring, where established employers such as Legacy Health, Oregon Health & Science University, and Lines for Life maintain consistent clinical social work workforces. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder treatment, trauma-informed care, and pediatric and family services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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With compassion and commitment, Clinical Social Workers embody Legacy’s mission of making life better for others. They evaluate patients’ psychosocial and mental health needs to support transition planning, crisis intervention, and the coordination of both internal and external services. They also assess and implement intervention strategies related to behavioral health, addiction, end-of-life care, and informed decision-making regarding therapeutic options. Our Clinical Social Workers advocate not only for patients, but also for their surrogates, family members, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
We offer two levels of Clinical Social Worker opportunities based on your qualifications and experience. Review the details below to see which role aligns best with your background. Once you apply, we will work with you to identify the opportunity that best matches your experience and credentials.
This position is based at the Emanuel clinic, but will be 2 days a week at Emanuel, one day a week at Mt Hood.
- Provides social work services in a variety of adult and pediatric settings across the health care continuum with a focus on holistic patient-centered care and attention to the needs of vulnerable populations.
- Works both independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Key services include (but are not limited to) comprehensive evaluation of psychosocial and mental/behavioral health status, legal and safety considerations, substance use or addiction, chronic illness, or end of life issues with the use of brief counseling, transition planning, crisis management and planning and coordination with internal and community stakeholders.
- Social work intervention may be with individuals, family members or groups.
- Throughout the care continuum, social workers will utilize a strengths-based approach with the aim to enhance the capacity of people to address their own needs.
Clinical Social Worker I (CSWA):
- Education: Master of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.
- Experience: Prefer 1 year of relevant experience in care management, mental health and/or addictions services, medical social work, or social service organization.
Clinical Social Worker II (LCSW):
- Education: Master of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.
- Experience: 2 years relevant experience in care management, mental health and/or addictions services, medical social work, or social service organization. Preferred: 3 years' relevant experience.
Skills:
- Broad knowledge of the principles of social work and the ability to apply them with individuals, families and/or groups integrating knowledge of normal development and the aging process, changes related to illness, and the needs of patients with acute, chronic, and terminal illness in assessment and intervention with attention to cultural and literacy implications.
- Knowledge of medical, mental health and substance use diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses/injuries; common medications and their effects/side effects; and medical terminology
- Strong organizational, communication and collaboration skills, including an ability to effectively triage patient and family needs, function as member of an interdisciplinary team, identification and collaboration with community stakeholders or resources and written documentation.
- Knowledge about social determinants of health, principles of diversity/equity/inclusion and culturally responsive practice with populations who have experience historical marginalization
- Demonstrates ability to locate, utilize and advocate for patient/family access to hospital/ community resources
- Exhibits knowledge of legal/regulatory issues and an ability to be a resource to all team members regarding such issues
- Ability to navigate electronic medical records and effectively utilize basic computer programs.
- Knowledge of legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and an ability to be a resource to all team members regarding such issues and knowledge of current health care environment.
- Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA, working toward LCSW) required in OR.
- Licensed Social Worker (LSWAIC, working toward LICSW) required in WA.
- Associates in WA may begin work with a "pending" associate license and may work for a maximum of 120 days while awaiting licensure approval. If approval is not obtained within 120 days (or license denial is issued) the associate would be required to cease work immediately.
- American Heart Association (AHA) issued BLS Provider certification required.
Clinical Social Worker II (LCSW):
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required in OR.
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required in WA.
- American Heart Association (AHA) issued BLS Provider certification required.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social worker jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Knowledge of Oregon Medicaid billing, OHP guidelines, and mental health parity regulations
- Demonstrated ability to complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans
Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social worker in Oregon?
To become a clinical social worker in Oregon, you must earn a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program and obtain licensure through the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers. The path typically begins with the Licensed Social Worker Associate (LSWA) credential, followed by supervised clinical hours and passage of the ASWB Clinical exam to earn the LCSW. Oregon also offers the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) for those not yet pursuing independent clinical practice.
Which companies hire clinical social workers in Oregon?
Employers hiring clinical social workers in Oregon right now include LifeStance Health, Legacy Health, and Aviva Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's integrated health systems, county mental health programs, and nonprofit behavioral health agencies are among the most consistent sources of full-time clinical social work positions in the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most clinical social worker jobs?
Portland, Roseburg, and Gresham have the most clinical social worker openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share of demand given its concentration of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and behavioral health nonprofits, while Salem's state government agencies and Eugene's university-affiliated health programs generate steady hiring in those regions.
Are there remote clinical social worker jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they are less common than in fully desk-based fields since much of clinical social work involves in-person assessment, crisis intervention, and direct client contact. About 65% of clinical social worker openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Telehealth therapy and care coordination roles are the positions most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules in Oregon.
How can I get hired as a clinical social worker in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an LSWA-registered position at an Oregon community mental health center or county behavioral health program, where supervision toward full licensure is built into the role. Large Oregon employers such as Oregon Health & Science University and Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare hire new MSW graduates directly into supervised associate roles. Lateral entry from case management, residential counseling, or crisis line work at agencies like Lines for Life can also open the door, especially when paired with an active LSWA registration.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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