Bilingual Counselor I $21.36+ DOE

Job Listing ID:

4487527

Job Title:

Bilingual Counselor I $21.36+

DOE Application Deadline:

08/04/2026

Job Location:

Portland

Date Posted:

05/07/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Description Make a difference with VOA Oregon! For over 125 years, Volunteers of America Oregon has been dedicated to serving the most vulnerable members of our community. Through our programs in behavioral health, addiction treatment, reentry services, and support for children and families, we provide life-changing services that promote safety, healing, and empowerment. Join a mission-driven organization that truly values its employees! This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, including: Comprehensive health coverage

• medical, dental, and vision insurance, with an employee medical premium starting at just $12.50 per paycheck Financial protection
• life insurance, short
• and long-term disability insurance Retirement security
• 403(b) with an automatic 5.5% employer contribution after 18 months, regardless of employee participation Work-life balance
• a generous paid time off (PTO) plan, starting with accruals that earn 15 days in the first year, 23 days in the second, and 26 days in the third Upfront sick leave
• 80 hours of front-loaded sick time (prorated in the first year), which resets annually on January 1 Paid holidays
• 10 paid holidays each year, plus three personal holidays (prorated in the first year) for employees to take time off to celebrate holidays, events, or milestones that matter most to them Student loan forgiveness
• As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, VOA Oregon is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which can help employees reduce or eliminate their federal student loan debt after 10 years of qualifying payments. Additional perks
• flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, and other voluntary benefits and discounts At VOA Oregon, you'll be part of a compassionate and dedicated team, making a real difference in our community.

Apply today! Close date: 5/21/2026 The Bilingual Counselor I is responsible for providing substance use disorder support services, including client engagement, group facilitation, and treatment planning assistance under clinical supervision. The role focuses on supporting clients through their recovery journey while maintaining compliance with professional standards and participating in ongoing training and development by performing the following duties. Spanish bilingual is required. Education & Experience A high school diploma or GED is required for this role. In addition to the education requirement, this position requires experience working or volunteering in a behavioral health, recovery, or human services setting preferred. Demonstrated interest in developing skills in conducting assessments, facilitating groups, and supporting individualized treatment planning under clinical supervision. Familiarity with trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and substance use disorder services is...

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Volunteers of America Oregon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or loca

Job Classification:

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Licenses/Certifications

Required:

Alcohol and Drug Certification (CADC) Driver License Information

Required:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation

Salary:

$21.36 to $27.66 per Hour Depending on Experience

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Retirement Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 None

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A

Employer Will Perform:

Background Check