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Prevention Specialist green card sponsorship lets employers permanently hire foreign professionals through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based process. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, leading to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period.
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The OHSU Resident and Faculty Wellness Program is seeking a master's level mental health clinician to join a growing team of behavioral healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, safety, and well-being of the OHSU workforce. This clinician will support employees by monitoring an institution-wide response to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Interactive Screening Program (ISP), offering tailored responses and mental health resource navigation as warranted, and promoting the ISP broadly across OHSU through educational outreach.
They will work in collaboration with other RFWP clinicians to monitor and triage requests for urgent support, and to monitor and strengthen Peer Support trainings and availability. This clinician will also be responsible for developing and offering outreach and education related to group support after critical events, suicide prevention, and postvention. The counselor will collaborate with partners from Student Health, Occupational Health, and the OHSU Outpatient Clinic on projects and outreach related to suicide prevention.
The Counselor will be an experienced and qualified professional able to respond promptly, ethically, and independently during complex and/or acute situations. They will have and/or cultivate an in-depth understanding of workplace conditions and risks that can affect healthcare professionals across missions and roles. This clinician will confidently navigate internal and external resources and referrals, working closely with colleagues in the OHSU Resident and Faculty Wellness Program, Occupational Health Mental Health Services, and Student Health and Wellbeing to connect employees in mental health distress with needed services. The Counselor will have experience in suicide prevention efforts and have a strong ability to deliver effective educational outreach on this topic.
This Counselor will ensure that employee care is compassionate, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and inclusive of employees with varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and backgrounds.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
- 5 years of related experience, including directly working in counseling or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience providing case management, crisis intervention, and/or mental health services for clients in crisis and/or at high risk for suicide.
- Significant experience and demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, including race, culture, disability, gender, gender orientation, and age.
- Expertise in social determinants of health.
- Must possess one of the following:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
- Masters in Health Counseling (MHC)
- Or equivalent license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional experience working with employees, university students, and/or medical providers and trainees in a healthcare setting.
- Experience providing counseling/psychotherapy to other mental health professionals.
- Experience in data analysis techniques, survey design, and program assessment.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
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Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/work experience.
OHSU Employees be sure to apply using your OHSU email
Why apply to OHSU?: We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions, and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
INTRODUCTION
The OHSU Resident and Faculty Wellness Program is seeking a master's level mental health clinician to join a growing team of behavioral healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, safety, and well-being of the OHSU workforce. This clinician will support employees by monitoring an institution-wide response to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Interactive Screening Program (ISP), offering tailored responses and mental health resource navigation as warranted, and promoting the ISP broadly across OHSU through educational outreach.
They will work in collaboration with other RFWP clinicians to monitor and triage requests for urgent support, and to monitor and strengthen Peer Support trainings and availability. This clinician will also be responsible for developing and offering outreach and education related to group support after critical events, suicide prevention, and postvention. The counselor will collaborate with partners from Student Health, Occupational Health, and the OHSU Outpatient Clinic on projects and outreach related to suicide prevention.
The Counselor will be an experienced and qualified professional able to respond promptly, ethically, and independently during complex and/or acute situations. They will have and/or cultivate an in-depth understanding of workplace conditions and risks that can affect healthcare professionals across missions and roles. This clinician will confidently navigate internal and external resources and referrals, working closely with colleagues in the OHSU Resident and Faculty Wellness Program, Occupational Health Mental Health Services, and Student Health and Wellbeing to connect employees in mental health distress with needed services. The Counselor will have experience in suicide prevention efforts and have a strong ability to deliver effective educational outreach on this topic.
This Counselor will ensure that employee care is compassionate, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and inclusive of employees with varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and backgrounds.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
- 5 years of related experience, including directly working in counseling or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience providing case management, crisis intervention, and/or mental health services for clients in crisis and/or at high risk for suicide.
- Significant experience and demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, including race, culture, disability, gender, gender orientation, and age.
- Expertise in social determinants of health.
- Must possess one of the following:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
- Masters in Health Counseling (MHC)
- Or equivalent license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional experience working with employees, university students, and/or medical providers and trainees in a healthcare setting.
- Experience providing counseling/psychotherapy to other mental health professionals.
- Experience in data analysis techniques, survey design, and program assessment.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Apply here online:
Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/work experience.
OHSU Employees be sure to apply using your OHSU email
Why apply to OHSU?: We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions, and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Prevention Specialist
Document your prevention credentials strategically
Gather your degrees, certifications, and licensures before targeting employers. PERM labor certification requires your credentials to match the job requirements exactly, so a gap between your documented qualifications and the posted position can derail the entire filing.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Find Prevention Specialist roles at employers with confirmed EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings in this occupation cuts your research time and surfaces realistic sponsorship opportunities.
Identify employers in public health infrastructure
County health departments, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit community organizations are among the most consistent EB-3 sponsors for Prevention Specialist roles. These organizations operate under federal funding structures that make long-term foreign worker sponsorship a routine part of hiring.
Align your experience with EB-2 or EB-3 categories
If you hold a master's degree in public health, social work, or a related field, you likely qualify under EB-2. A bachelor's plus two or more years of prevention program experience supports an EB-3 skilled worker filing. Know which category fits before your offer letter negotiations begin.
Clarify PERM recruitment obligations with your employer
Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer understands that PERM requires DOL-mandated recruitment steps, a prevailing wage determination through the OFLC Wage Search, and a waiting period before filing. Employers unfamiliar with this process often underestimate the timeline.
Carry over your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also allows you to move to a same or similar Prevention Specialist role without restarting the green card process.
Green Card Prevention Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Prevention Specialist roles?
Most Prevention Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals holding a bachelor's degree in public health, social work, or a related field, or as skilled workers with at least two years of documented experience. Candidates with a master's degree or its equivalent in specialized prevention work may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the job's minimum requirements.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency rather than temporary work authorization. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with DOL, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers were available. After PERM certification, your employer files an I-140 with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery, but employment-based green cards have per-country numerical limits, meaning nationals from high-demand countries may face priority-date backlogs before the final step can be completed.
How do I find Prevention Specialist employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can target organizations that have already completed PERM filings for prevention-related roles. This is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship mid-process, since many employers don't advertise green card sponsorship in job postings.
What does the PERM process require from a Prevention Specialist applicant?
PERM is primarily an employer-driven process, but your qualifications must match the job description exactly as filed. DOL reviews whether a qualified U.S. worker is available for the role, so your credentials, experience, and education must align precisely with the posted minimum requirements. Any discrepancy between your background and the PERM job description can result in a denial or audit.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under two distinct rules. Once your original I-140 is approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can retain your original priority date, avoiding a restart of the backlog wait. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar Prevention Specialist role without abandoning your pending application.