Counselor Jobs in Oregon
Counselor jobs in Oregon are in steady demand, concentrated in community mental health centers, school districts, substance use treatment programs, and nonprofit social services, with openings at every level from entry-level case associate to licensed clinical supervisor. The heaviest hiring is in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where employers such as Oregon Health and Science University, Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare, and Lines for Life maintain consistent rosters. Behavioral health counseling, school counseling, and substance use disorder counseling are the specialties drawing the most consistent openings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Counselor III, UWIC provides risk assessment and crisis stabilization planning for adults and children in Multnomah County. This position is responsible for providing and coordinating a wide range of supportive and therapeutic mental health services to ensure the best possible treatment for individuals served.
This position must understand, appreciate, and respect the differences within our Cascadia community. As such, it is expected that this position promotes integrated care, our vision of trauma-informed and person-first approaches and helps create a work environment of acceptance.
Location: Plaza Health Center (Urgent Walk in Clinic)
Schedule: Per Diem - Must work a minimum of 12 shifts per quarter
Essential Duties
This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.
General
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential harm to self or others, utilizing clinical interviews and relevant collateral information.
- Evaluate intervention options by clearly outlining potential outcomes, risks, and benefits, and document rationale for chosen clinical decisions.
- Provide on‑site crisis response, risk assessment, and safety planning for adults and children in Multnomah County experiencing mental health crises.
- Coordinate care with internal team members, including supervisors, program managers, medical directors; and collaborate with external service providers throughout Multnomah County to support crisis response and stabilization.
- Provide assessment dispositions to treatment providers and emergency departments, ensuring timely and accurate communication of clinical findings.
- Initiate involuntary holds when clinically appropriate and complete all required legal and clinical documentation.
- Offer information, support, and linkage to mental health treatment and other social services to promote ongoing stabilization and care engagement.
- Perform crisis assessments, complete enrollment paperwork, and ensure all documentation meets organizational and regulatory standards.
- Apply Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) practices in alignment with Cascadia and program-level implementation. Perform other duties as assigned.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Comply with and implement regulations, policies, and procedures under which the department operates.
- Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols and procedures.
- Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records in a manner that ensures compliance with all agency policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Understand fire regulations and evacuation procedures; participate in regular safety drills in compliance with department policies and procedures.
- Adhere to federal regulations of Alcohol and Drug information, 42CFR Part 2, mandatory abuse reporting laws, and HIPAA regulations for client confidentiality.
- Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis. Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
Qualifications
Education:
Required:
Must have a master’s degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university. Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a QMHP as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR). Certification must be current and in compliance with the OAR’s. Must meet the requirements to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) through MHACBO.
Experience:
Preferred:
Three years of clinical experience providing inpatient or outpatient services.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective communication and active listening skills.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to work proactively and effectively in a team as well as independently.
- Knowledge of HIPAA/42CFR regulations.
- Conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM.
- Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and crisis intervention.
- Understand evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies including trauma informed care. Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions, including the ability to operate Electronic Health Record software.
Other:
Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
Must have the ability to perform CPR and properly use AED equipment. BLS certification training will be provided within the first 60 days of hire for client-facing staff, and CPR certification training will be provided within 120 days for all other staff. Certification must remain current.
Teamwork:
Contribute to a culture that promotes cooperation, respectful communication, and mutual trust. Collaborate across interdisciplinary teams by working together and sharing ideas, skills, and knowledge to achieve common goals. Foster environment that fuels creativity by combining differing perspectives and experiences to generate innovative solutions.
Ethics, Values, & Integrity:
Maintain a respectful work environment where decisions are transparent and objective. Hold yourself and Cascadia Health accountable for their actions while contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Emotional Awareness:
Understand and manage one’s own emotions while respecting diverse emotional expressions and communication styles of others. This includes recognizing the varied ways emotions can influence thoughts and behaviors and adapting interactions to enhance interpersonal effectiveness and self-awareness.
Culture:
Positively contribute to a work environment that values all individuals. Evaluate social situations to determine what is expected or required to recognize the feelings and intentions of others.
Safety:
Actively contribute to the safety and welfare of the Cascadia community through prevention, education, and awareness. Participate in and promote a work environment that identifies and prevents workplace safety issues.
Working Conditions
Environmental:
This role is centered on direct client and community engagement; it is designed for in-person work and does not include hybrid or remote work options.
Work is performed in one or more of the following: administrative office, clinical office, acute care settings and community setting including client residences, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for aggressive behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.
Mental Demands:
The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. In addition, this position requires exercising sound judgment.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or at peopleandculture@cascadiahealth.org
This position is represented by a labor union.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654.
Employees are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for their position. Required credentials must remain active and in good standing as a condition of employment. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with any applicable credentialing requirements, including associated fees and renewal or maintenance obligations, prior to applying.
Benefits
We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including:
- Generous Paid Time Off Package - Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(b) Retirement Plan - Eligible after 60 days with immediate 100% vesting and a 1-to-1 company match up to 3% per pay period, plus the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution (up to 5%) at the end of the fiscal year .
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Bike to Work Reimbursement
Starting Rate Range in USD ($)
$33.82 - $36.23Job Overview
The Counselor III, UWIC provides risk assessment and crisis stabilization planning for adults and children in Multnomah County. This position is responsible for providing and coordinating a wide range of supportive and therapeutic mental health services to ensure the best possible treatment for individuals served.
This position must understand, appreciate, and respect the differences within our Cascadia community. As such, it is expected that this position promotes integrated care, our vision of trauma-informed and person-first approaches and helps create a work environment of acceptance.
Location: Plaza Health Center (Urgent Walk in Clinic)
Schedule: Per Diem - Must work a minimum of 12 shifts per quarter
Essential Duties
This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.
General
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential harm to self or others, utilizing clinical interviews and relevant collateral information.
- Evaluate intervention options by clearly outlining potential outcomes, risks, and benefits, and document rationale for chosen clinical decisions.
- Provide on‑site crisis response, risk assessment, and safety planning for adults and children in Multnomah County experiencing mental health crises.
- Coordinate care with internal team members, including supervisors, program managers, medical directors; and collaborate with external service providers throughout Multnomah County to support crisis response and stabilization.
- Provide assessment dispositions to treatment providers and emergency departments, ensuring timely and accurate communication of clinical findings.
- Initiate involuntary holds when clinically appropriate and complete all required legal and clinical documentation.
- Offer information, support, and linkage to mental health treatment and other social services to promote ongoing stabilization and care engagement.
- Perform crisis assessments, complete enrollment paperwork, and ensure all documentation meets organizational and regulatory standards.
- Apply Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) practices in alignment with Cascadia and program-level implementation. Perform other duties as assigned.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Comply with and implement regulations, policies, and procedures under which the department operates.
- Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols and procedures.
- Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records in a manner that ensures compliance with all agency policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Understand fire regulations and evacuation procedures; participate in regular safety drills in compliance with department policies and procedures.
- Adhere to federal regulations of Alcohol and Drug information, 42CFR Part 2, mandatory abuse reporting laws, and HIPAA regulations for client confidentiality.
- Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis. Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
Qualifications
Education:
Required:
Must have a master’s degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university. Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a QMHP as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR). Certification must be current and in compliance with the OAR’s. Must meet the requirements to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) through MHACBO.
Experience:
Preferred:
Three years of clinical experience providing inpatient or outpatient services.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective communication and active listening skills.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to work proactively and effectively in a team as well as independently.
- Knowledge of HIPAA/42CFR regulations.
- Conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM.
- Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and crisis intervention.
- Understand evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies including trauma informed care. Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions, including the ability to operate Electronic Health Record software.
Other:
Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
Must have the ability to perform CPR and properly use AED equipment. BLS certification training will be provided within the first 60 days of hire for client-facing staff, and CPR certification training will be provided within 120 days for all other staff. Certification must remain current.
Teamwork:
Contribute to a culture that promotes cooperation, respectful communication, and mutual trust. Collaborate across interdisciplinary teams by working together and sharing ideas, skills, and knowledge to achieve common goals. Foster environment that fuels creativity by combining differing perspectives and experiences to generate innovative solutions.
Ethics, Values, & Integrity:
Maintain a respectful work environment where decisions are transparent and objective. Hold yourself and Cascadia Health accountable for their actions while contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Emotional Awareness:
Understand and manage one’s own emotions while respecting diverse emotional expressions and communication styles of others. This includes recognizing the varied ways emotions can influence thoughts and behaviors and adapting interactions to enhance interpersonal effectiveness and self-awareness.
Culture:
Positively contribute to a work environment that values all individuals. Evaluate social situations to determine what is expected or required to recognize the feelings and intentions of others.
Safety:
Actively contribute to the safety and welfare of the Cascadia community through prevention, education, and awareness. Participate in and promote a work environment that identifies and prevents workplace safety issues.
Working Conditions
Environmental:
This role is centered on direct client and community engagement; it is designed for in-person work and does not include hybrid or remote work options.
Work is performed in one or more of the following: administrative office, clinical office, acute care settings and community setting including client residences, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for aggressive behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.
Mental Demands:
The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. In addition, this position requires exercising sound judgment.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or at peopleandculture@cascadiahealth.org
This position is represented by a labor union.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654.
Employees are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for their position. Required credentials must remain active and in good standing as a condition of employment. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with any applicable credentialing requirements, including associated fees and renewal or maintenance obligations, prior to applying.
Benefits
We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including:
- Generous Paid Time Off Package - Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(b) Retirement Plan - Eligible after 60 days with immediate 100% vesting and a 1-to-1 company match up to 3% per pay period, plus the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution (up to 5%) at the end of the fiscal year .
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Bike to Work Reimbursement
Starting Rate Range in USD ($)
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon license issued by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
- Master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience with evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
- Ability to meet Oregon mandatory reporting requirements and maintain client confidentiality
- Strong case management skills and experience coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams
Counselor Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in Oregon?
To become a licensed professional counselor in Oregon you must earn a master's degree in counseling or a related field, then apply to the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists for a Registered Intern credential while completing supervised clinical hours. After accumulating the required supervised experience, you sit for the National Counselor Examination and apply for full licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Oregon also offers the Licensed Professional Counselor Associate credential for candidates actively completing supervised hours.
Which companies hire counselors in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring counselors in Oregon include Cascadia Health, Providence, and Linfield University, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oregon's strong network of community mental health agencies, integrated health systems, and K-12 school districts means counselor openings are distributed across both major metros and smaller communities throughout the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most counselor jobs?
Portland, Eugene, and Medford have the most counselor openings in Oregon. Portland leads because it hosts the largest concentration of community mental health agencies, hospital systems, and nonprofit providers in the state, while Salem and Eugene anchor significant school district and county behavioral health hiring that keeps openings consistent outside the metro.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because much counseling work involves in-person client contact. About 10% of counselor openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with telehealth counseling roles in outpatient mental health and employee assistance programs being the most likely to allow fully remote schedules.
How can I get hired as a counselor in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a Registered Intern position while completing supervised hours under a licensed supervisor, which Oregon's licensure structure formally supports. Large community mental health organizations such as Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare and Yamhill County Behavioral Health regularly bring on registered interns and case manager associates. Adjacent roles like case aide, crisis line specialist, and peer support specialist at Oregon community health centers are common stepping stones, and holding a current Registered Intern credential with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists gives candidates a clear edge over unlicensed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings across community mental health, school districts, substance use treatment, and other settings. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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