Community Liaison

Community Bridges; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,270 - 72,324; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with employer match

Generous PTO accrual

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Community Bridges is seeking a Community Liaison in Portland, Oregon. This role involves leading initiatives to support residential treatment and improve health home promotion. The ideal candidate will need over 5 years in program development within healthcare, excellent communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree. CBI offers competitive pay rates between $43.75 and $52.50 per hour, along with robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO. Join a team committed to making a positive difference in patient lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program development, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing business strategies.
• Passion for improving the lives of children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that support residential treatment and patient-centered health home promotion.
• Develop new opportunities including criminal justice partners to enhance community visibility.
• Conduct community presentations and attend events to promote CBI.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or healthcare related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Liaison

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare organization offering a full continuum of care, including a variety of programs throughout Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Oregon and District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a non‑profit organization by members of the recovery community in Mesa, Arizona, CBI has held its principal mission “maintaining the dignity of human life” for more than 40 years.

Job Summary

The Community Liaison position will lead initiatives that support residential treatment and patient‑centered health home promotion. This role will focus on developing new opportunities including criminal justice partners to enhance our visibility in the community, increase responsiveness to CBI programs and promote CBI. The ideal candidate will work closely with executive leadership to develop new stakeholder relationships and strengthen stakeholder presence in the community. The responsibilities include community presentations, attending community events, proposal development on growth opportunities, and representing Community Bridges, Inc. at conferences both locally and nationally.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or healthcare related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program development, preferably within the healthcare or treatment sector.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing business strategies.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience presenting at conferences and engaging with various audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Passion for improving the lives of children and families.
• Current driver’s license (valid and in good standing).
• Clear 39‑month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

CBI is growing and expanding our services

• We are experiencing tremendous growth currently. As an essential service provider, we value all our employees and their careers.
• For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid‑size employers in the Valley.

CBI Values your Career and has lots of growth opportunities

Our staff experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and support. Our team is supported by strong and competent leadership. The leadership at CBI is committed to ongoing professional development for their staff. Come join our team of passionate individuals who are serious about making a difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

About our Culture, commitment to employees

• We are looking for driven and compassionate individuals that thrive in an upbeat and safe working environment. We dedicate a lot of thought and effort into work life balance as well as our competitive composition structure.
• We know life happens, that’s why we all start with a 5‑week PTO plan as well as a wide range of unique benefits.

Our Facilities

Our locations are all state‑of‑the‑art facilities that provide top‑notch integrated care. We are proud to adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that allows our staff to dramatically improve the quality of life for the patients in their care.

Hourly Rate

$43.75/HR – $52.50/HR

CBI Offers an excellent benefits package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Supplemental plans – Hospital indemnity/ Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Dependent Care Savings, Health Care Savings, 401K with employer match (100% vested upon enrollment), Generous PTO accrual, Wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs, incentives, and more!
• For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid‑size employers in the Valley.

CBI treats patients from all different walks of life and believes in maintaining the dignity of human life. Recovery is possible

CBI treats patients from all different walks of life and believes in maintaining the dignity of human life. Recovery is possible!