Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinician - Community Engagement Program Job Category : Healthcare - Mental Health Requisition Number : MENTA008427 Posted : August 21, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Bud Clark Commons Case Management 655 NW Hoyt St Portland, OR 97209, USA Bud Clark Commons Case Management 655 NW Hoyt St Portland, OR 97209, USA Help People Stay Housed. Support Recovery. Change Lives. Are you a clinician who believes recovery starts with relationships, stability, and meeting people where they are? Join Central City Concern's team at Bud Clark Commons , one of Portland's most innovative permanent supportive housing communities serving individuals experiencing severe mental illness, substance use disorders, chronic health conditions, and homelessness. This is more than a traditional outpatient role. You'll work directly within a housing community, building meaningful connections with residents, providing clinical support, crisis intervention, assessments, treatment planning, and helping people navigate their recovery journey at their own pace. Why This Role Stands Out Permanent Supportive Housing setting where you can see the long-term impact of your work Work with a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care High level of autonomy balanced with strong clinical support and supervision Opportunity to engage clients who are often underserved by traditional systems of care Integrated approach that combines mental health, substance use treatment, housing stability, and community support What You'll Do Provide mental health assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions Utilize Motivational Interviewing, harm reduction, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approaches Support residents experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and complex life challenges Facilitate individual and group treatment services Respond to crises and help create a safe, supportive environment for residents and staff Collaborate closely with housing staff, healthcare providers, community partners, and natural support systems Help residents build skills, achieve personal goals, and maintain housing stability Who Thrives Here Clinicians who enjoy outreach, engagement, and relationship-building Professionals comfortable working with individuals in pre-contemplation or ambivalence around change Team players who can balance clinical judgment, flexibility, and creativity Clinicians passionate about serving individuals impacted by homelessness, poverty, mental illness, and addiction Providers who value dignity, respect, and person-centered care If you're looking for meaningful clinical work where every day brings purpose, impact, and connection, we'd love to connect with you. Location: Bud Clark Commons & Old Town Recovery Center Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Saturday & Sunday off) Salary Ranges from: $69,000- $124,000 *Final comp will be determined based on relevant experience, education, credentials/licensure, and internal equity. QMHP-C LMFT-A or LMFT LPC-A or LPC CSWA or LCSW CADC-1 at minimum HIGHLY preferred. Experiencewith severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) preferred. Hasthe competenciesnecessaryto: Gatherhistoriesofmental,emotionalandphysicaldisabilities,alcoholanddruguse,pastmentalhealthservicesandcriminaljusticecontacts Assessfamily, socialandworkrelationships Conductamentalstatusassessment DocumentaDSMdiagnosis Conductand documentamentalhealth assessment Providementalhealthtreatmentandrehabilitativeserviceswithinone'sscopeof practice MustmeetCCC privilegingrequirementsasrequiredbyFTCA. CADC-R at minimum preferred. Current CPR certification required prior to start. Willberequiredtocarryanagencycellphoneforworkuse. Cellphonewillbeprovidedby Central City Concern. Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Actof 1988.An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol. Mustpassapre-employmentdrugscreen,TBTest,andbackgroundcheck.Thisincludes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit. Physicalabilitytobend,stoop,kneel,squat,twist,reach,pullandliftheavyobjects. Mustadheretoagency’snon-discriminationpolicies. Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religiousviews,politicalaffiliation,culturalbackgrounds,life-stylesandsexualorientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity. Preferred Certified Directors Custody designee in Multnomah County or ability to obtain certification. ESSENTIALDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES: Provide engagement services to clients who are pre-contemplative regarding recovery of mentalillness,addictionsandhealthissuesutilizingstrengths-basedcasemanagementand motivational interviewing concepts. Coachclientsinsetting goalsandidentifyingrealisticstepsinorder toachievethem. Advocateforeachindividualwhentherearedifficultiesobtainingneededservicesinthecommunity. Participateinclinicalstaffmeetingsandcaseconferenceswithteammembersinorderto utilize interdisciplinary expertise and facilitate individual treatment plans for clients. Assist with milieu management of the common areas in the upstairs Bud Clark Commons, providingdirectmilieu-basedservicestoclientswhilemodelingclinicalskillstootherstaff. Assist in crises as appropriate,including assessing risk of harm,following emergency protocols/procedures and coordinating withthetreatmentteamwithinterventions,whichsupportatraumainformedenvironment for residents and staff. Monitorandassurethatthehealthandsafetyneedsofclientsaremet. Participateincriticalincidentreporting andcriticalincidentdebriefingsasneeded. Demonstrateresponsibilityforsafetyofresidents,staffandproperty;isfamiliarwithfire regulations and evacuation procedures. Communicating important resident information to Home Forward staff. Participateinatleasttwo(2)hoursofsupervisionpermonth.Thetwohoursmustinclude one hour of face‑to‑face contact for each person supervised, or a proportional level of supervision for part‑time staff providing clinical or other support services to clients. Supervision may take place in the community during clinical interactions. CollaboratewithResidentialfacilities,AdultFosterhomesorotherhousingprovidersto provide necessary treatment services and coordinate residential and non‑residential treatment and service planning as needed. Participate in admission and discharge planning for enrolled clients needing hospitalization or subacute level of care. Contact for enrolled clients must be made within one working day of admission. Participateinoutreachactivitiesasnecessarytoofferservicesandengageparticipationina non‑coercive manner. Escort clients to meetings and appointments as necessary. Collectinformationregardingclients’historythroughacombinationofinterviewing,recordsreview,andconsultation,afterobtainingwrittenconsent. ConductanddocumentMentalHealthAssessmentsforenrolledclients,includingmental status exam, DSM diagnosis, and clinical formulation. Developserviceplanwithenrolledclients. Maintain client records, using an electronic medical record, as required by program standardsandfundingrequirementsincludingdocumentationofclinicalinteractions, behavioral health assessments & individual service plans. Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliancewithallprivacyandsecurityrequirementspursuanttocommunitypartners’and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and securityrequirementsforEMRaccess.Thisincludesimmediatelyreportinganybreachofprotected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by +CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee. Conduct educational and therapeutic groups for clients, using approved curriculum. Coordinateserviceswithallmembersofclient’ssupportnetwork. Assistwiththedevelopmentofanintegratedtreatmentprogram. Performotherdutiesasassigned. SKILLSANDABILITIES: Advancedknowledgeandskillsincounselingandassessmenttechniqueswithindividuals and groups including assessing for risk of danger to self & others. Knowledgeandskillsinmentalhealthtreatmentmethods,EvidencedBased Practices and crisis intervention. Advancedknowledgeandskillsinsubstanceusetreatmentmethodsandcrisisintervention. Knowledge&understandingofthevalueoftheintegrationofbehavioralhealth,primary care & substance use services. WorkingknowledgeofIntegratedDualDiagnosis,RecoveryModelsoftreatment,and Trauma Informed Care. Computerskillsnecessarytoaccomplishdutiesincludingabilitytodocumentinan electronic health record. Abilitytoworkeffectivelywithpeers,individualclientsandgroups. Abilitytowork asateammember,remainflexibleandtoestablishprioritiesasagroup. Abilitytoapplyprincipleslearnedtonewsituations. Abilitytocommunicateclearly andconcisely,bothorallyandinwriting. Abilitytowork effectively withadverse… Abilitytoworkindependently,managetime,prioritizetheworkload,problem-solve,and complete tasks in a timely fashion. Abilitytobeadetailoriented,flexible,dependable,positiveteamplayer. Abilitytoworkcourteouslyandeffectivelycommunicatewiththegeneralpublic,clients, medical personnel, corrections personnel, police, and co-workers. Benefits at Central City Concern We offer incredible benefits to our employees, including an extensive total rewards package, competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, Student loan repayment options, and retirement savings matching plans! Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity. Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays (dependent on work shift schedule) Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2ndyear, and 8% in your 3rdyear! Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage. Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance! Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21. This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position. As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, and pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level. Central City Concern is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding the consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr