Clinical Lead Therapist

Are you looking for a career path that will take your career to the next level and use your passion and dedication to inspire? Jackson House King Clinic, in partnership with Jory Behavioral Health, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead to join our Secure Residential Treatment Facility in Salem, Oregon. In this role, you will provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and direct therapeutic services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness, including individuals within Oregon's Aid & Assist population (ORS 161.370). This is a meaningful opportunity to combine clinical work and leadership in a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on recovery, stability, and trauma-informed care. As Clinical Lead, you will support clients through treatment, crisis stabilization, and community reintegration while partnering with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in a supportive and purpose-driven environment, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today to learn more! Jackson House King Clinic Believes That Our Employees Are Our Greatest Asset Serve in a meaningful clinical leadership role while continuing to provide impactful direct client care. Help mentor and support developing staff within a collaborative, mission-driven team environment. Work across a continuum of care supporting residential, crisis, and community-based behavioral health services. Professionally develop your skills through ongoing training, clinical collaboration, and leadership opportunities. Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, clinical excellence, and dedication to high-quality care. Perks for Full-Time include 401(k), Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, and more! Summary of Responsibilities The Clinical Lead plays an integral role at our Salem Secure Residential Treatment Facility by working in a collaborative team environment to provide exceptional care for adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Both administrative and clinical skills are necessary to ensure that all services provided are efficient and meet the expected quality of Jackson House. The Clinical Lead will be responsible for operational and leadership oversight, communication, and coordination of therapeutic resident care services. Patience, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate both written and verbally are imperative for this role. Using their knowledge, the Clinical Lead will take into consideration the patient's age, mental and behavioral health history, and cultural diversity to provide trauma informed care effectively and respectfully. This role also includes clinical leadership responsibilities such as staff mentorship, documentation oversight, crisis consultation, and coordination with legal and community stakeholders serving

ORS 161.370

populations. Experience with Medicaid/OHA documentation standards and high-acuity behavioral health settings is strongly preferred. Our smaller 16 bed facility ensures that the Clinical Lead can quickly connect with our staff and patients, guarantee patient dignity, and make a positive lasting impression. Qualifications Master's or higher degree in a behavioral science field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy), required. Active Oregon licensure as LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, QMHP, or similar, required. Three (3+) years of clinical experience with adult and older adult SPMI clients, ORS 161.370 / forensic populations. Two (2+) years of staff supervision in a clinical setting. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and residential treatment standards.

Preferred:

prior residential or group therapy experience. Licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order to get to and from work in various weather conditions to ensure reliability. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences. Jackson House King Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse workplace for all employees.

Pay:

From $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you hold a Master's degree or higher in a behavioral science field and the corresponding professional licensure in Oregon? Please confirm the best phone number and email address to reach you to discuss the next steps.

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person