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Counselor III (Peer Delivered Services) - Cascadia Health, NE Portland

Ready to Make a Difference? Join Cascadia Health's Peer Delivered Services Team!

Job Overview

Counselor III (Peer Delivered Services) - Cascadia Health, NE Portland

Ready to Make a Difference? Join Cascadia Health's Peer Delivered Services Team!

Our Mission: At Cascadia Health, we are dedicated to delivering whole health care integrating mental health, addiction services, primary care, and housing to foster hope and well-being within our communities. We envision a future where everyone thrives with whole health care, experiencing well-being and living a connected life.

The Opportunity: Step into a pivotal role as a Counselor III where you'll provide therapeutic and supportive services for adults navigating severe mental illness and addiction challenges. You'll be the bridge between clients and a spectrum of resources, working hand-in-hand with Peer Navigators to deliver peer-driven services that truly make a difference.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• You get to assist in real change, facilitating crucial assessments, therapeutic interventions, and personalized plans that help steer clients toward their goals.
• Collaborate with a vibrant team of Peer Navigators, sharing your insights and expertise to create impactful recovery plans.
• Lead transformative group and individual therapy sessions, grounded in peer support principles and wellness recovery concepts.
• Be an advocate, guiding clients through complex systems to secure the support they need.
  
  

Who We're Looking For:

• Education: A Master's degree in a behavioral science field and a Peer Support Specialist certification with Traditional Health Worker (THW) status.
• Experience: You've been in the trenches, having used mental health services yourself and providing peer support for at least two years.
• Specialized Skills: You know the DSM, can develop effective person-directed plans, and have mastered motivational interviewing.
• Passion: Your lived experience fuels your desire to support others, and you thrive in diverse, high-energy environments.
  
  

Core Competencies:

• Leadership and Decision Making: You guide with empathy and decisiveness, always prioritizing client care.
• Interpersonal Skills: Whether communicating verbally or in writing, you shine in your ability to engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Flexibility: You adapt to changing environments and thrive in situations requiring on-the-spot decision-making.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Work in both community and clinical settings, staying agile to meet the needs of clients and the organization.
• Embrace unpredictability with resilience, navigating diverse challenges with a flexible approach to time management.
  
  

Benefits:

• Generous PTO: Full-time employees start with 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
• Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Retirement Savings: 403(B) with pre and post-tax options, plus matching contributions.
• Wellness Perks: EAP, discounted fitness memberships, bicycle reimbursements, and more!
  
  

Be Part of a Team That Believes in You. Apply Today! Cascadia is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. For assistance or accommodation, contact us at 503.###.####.

Ready to bring hope and healing to those who need it most? This is your chance!

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 30 days after hire date)
• VSP Vision Discount Plan
• 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
• 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)
• Bicycle Reimbursement
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Trauma Support Team
  
  

Starting Rate Range in USD ($)

63816.74

68384.79

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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