OPT Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's technology corridor in Portland, university-dense cities like Corvallis and Eugene, and a growing semiconductor and clean energy sector make it a strong state for F-1 OPT sponsorship. Intel, Nike, and a deep pool of mid-size tech and engineering firms actively hire OPT candidates across software, hardware, and business roles.
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Location: Eugene, OR
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a BH Clinician Licensed for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. This is a billable clinician role that requires an active NPI for client billing purposes.
The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $42.06 – $69.41. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Job Summary
Coordinates and oversees the plan of care and service delivery of behavioral health consumers across the continuum of illness; promotes effective utilization and monitoring of health care resources; and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Provide services to consumers with commercial insurance and Medicaid.
Details of the position:
- Provides individual, family, group and multi-family group therapy to patients with complex diagnostic presentations and treatment needs.
- Provides clinical leadership to team of masters’ and bachelors’ level clinical and student interns.
- Assesses, develops, implements and monitors a comprehensive plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and their self-identified natural supports.
- Evaluates and provides interventions to improve a patient’s cognitive, social, vocational, spiritual, and emotional functioning, utilizing natural and community supports when possible.
- Provides urgent/crisis evaluations, interventions, and safety planning.
- Together with consumer and natural supports, identifies key problems, strengths and resources to be addressed in the treatment plan.
- May provide case management, coordination with other treatment agencies or outside support services, outreach and engagement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What you bring:
- Master's Degree Required: Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
- Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in behavioral health
- Required: Experience in diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex mental health conditions
- Preferred: Experience providing clinical supervision to bachelors’ and masters’ level clinicians
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Professional Counselor - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon
- Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
Skills
- Interpersonal skills to obtain and interpret information appropriate to patients’ needs and age as required for assessment range of treatment, and patient care. (Required)
- Proficiency with DSM-5 diagnoses and best practice treatment interventions for a variety of behavioral health conditions. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment. (Required)
- Knowledge and adherence to ethical guidelines for behavioral health clinical practice. (Required)
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and documenting in electronic medical records. (Required)
- Effective prioritization skills. (Required)
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
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Job ID: 130271
Location: Eugene, OR
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a BH Clinician Licensed for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. This is a billable clinician role that requires an active NPI for client billing purposes.
The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $42.06 – $69.41. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Job Summary
Coordinates and oversees the plan of care and service delivery of behavioral health consumers across the continuum of illness; promotes effective utilization and monitoring of health care resources; and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Provide services to consumers with commercial insurance and Medicaid.
Details of the position:
- Provides individual, family, group and multi-family group therapy to patients with complex diagnostic presentations and treatment needs.
- Provides clinical leadership to team of masters’ and bachelors’ level clinical and student interns.
- Assesses, develops, implements and monitors a comprehensive plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and their self-identified natural supports.
- Evaluates and provides interventions to improve a patient’s cognitive, social, vocational, spiritual, and emotional functioning, utilizing natural and community supports when possible.
- Provides urgent/crisis evaluations, interventions, and safety planning.
- Together with consumer and natural supports, identifies key problems, strengths and resources to be addressed in the treatment plan.
- May provide case management, coordination with other treatment agencies or outside support services, outreach and engagement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What you bring:
- Master's Degree Required: Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
- Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in behavioral health
- Required: Experience in diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex mental health conditions
- Preferred: Experience providing clinical supervision to bachelors’ and masters’ level clinicians
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Professional Counselor - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon or
- Required: Upon Hire Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - Oregon for jobs based in Oregon
- Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
Skills
- Interpersonal skills to obtain and interpret information appropriate to patients’ needs and age as required for assessment range of treatment, and patient care. (Required)
- Proficiency with DSM-5 diagnoses and best practice treatment interventions for a variety of behavioral health conditions. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment. (Required)
- Knowledge and adherence to ethical guidelines for behavioral health clinical practice. (Required)
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and documenting in electronic medical records. (Required)
- Effective prioritization skills. (Required)
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Tips for Finding OPT Jobs in Oregon
Target Oregon's semiconductor and hardware employers
Intel's massive Hillsboro campus is one of the largest private employers in Oregon and has a long track record of hiring F-1 OPT candidates in engineering and computer science roles. Prioritize companies in the Tualatin Valley tech corridor early in your search.
Leverage Oregon's university career networks
Oregon State University, University of Oregon, and Portland State University have employer partnerships with regional companies that actively recruit OPT students. Attend career fairs and use your university's OPT-specific job boards before your work authorization start date.
Search for roles that align with your OPT field
F-1 OPT requires your job to be directly related to your degree field. In Oregon, this often means computer science graduates targeting software or hardware roles and business graduates pursuing supply chain or operations positions at companies like Nike or Adidas.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Migrate Mate lets you browse F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon filtered by industry and employer type, which saves time identifying companies that have sponsored OPT candidates before rather than cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with the process.
Apply before your OPT authorization period begins
Oregon employers, especially smaller firms, may not be familiar with F-1 OPT timelines. Start your job search three to four months before your program end date so you have sufficient runway and can clearly explain your work authorization window to hiring managers.
Consider STEM OPT extension eligibility from day one
If you hold a STEM-designated degree, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, which significantly increases your value to Oregon employers. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO and communicate your extension eligibility to employers upfront.
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Get Access To All JobsF-1 OPT Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Oregon sponsor the most F-1 OPT visas?
Technology and semiconductor manufacturing lead F-1 OPT sponsorship in Oregon, driven by large employers like Intel in Hillsboro. Software, electrical engineering, and computer hardware roles are especially common. Beyond tech, apparel and consumer goods companies headquartered in the Portland metro, along with healthcare systems and university research programs in Corvallis and Eugene, also sponsor OPT candidates regularly.
Which cities in Oregon have the most F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Portland and the surrounding metro area, including Hillsboro and Beaverton, concentrate the largest share of F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities in Oregon. Corvallis and Eugene have smaller but active markets tied closely to Oregon State University and the University of Oregon. Hillsboro specifically stands out because of Intel's campus and supporting technology suppliers in the Tualatin Valley.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Oregon?
Roles that qualify for F-1 OPT must be directly related to your degree field. In Oregon, this commonly includes software engineering, electrical engineering, data analysis, supply chain management, marketing analytics, and biomedical research. Generalist roles without a clear connection to a specific degree field are harder to justify under OPT requirements, so targeting positions with explicit technical or field-specific qualifications is advisable.
How do I find F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and workers looking for visa sponsorship jobs, including F-1 OPT positions. You can search and filter by state and industry to find Oregon employers with a history of sponsoring OPT candidates. Combining Migrate Mate with your university's career services and employer networking events in Portland and Corvallis gives you the broadest reach.
Are there any Oregon-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Oregon has no state income tax on wages, which can be relevant when comparing job offers, but the more important consideration is employer familiarity with OPT. Smaller Oregon employers outside the Portland metro may be less experienced with federal OPT and E-Verify requirements. If you're targeting a mid-size or startup employer, be prepared to walk your HR contact through the OPT authorization process and confirm they are enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer.