Hybrid Jail Behavioral Health Coordinator - Bilingual

Washington; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Washington County Behavioral Health Division in Oregon seeks a Jail Care Coordinator (Bilingual Spanish) to serve adults in custody with severe mental illness. You will assess needs, build care plans, and connect clients with community resources to reduce recidivism, collaborating with forensics, jail staff, Medicaid/CCO, and medical providers.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule with potential field and community-based duties; requires a Master’s degree and QMHP or clinical license, plus

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field is required.
• QMHP certification or approved clinical license required per Oregon rules.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred; strong writing and speaking skills required.

Responsibilities

• Meet adults in custody to assess needs and develop care plans.
• Connect clients with community resources to reduce recidivism.
• Coordinate with forensics, jail staff, Medicaid/CCO, and other partners.
• Provide post-release support to ensure service connections.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Organization

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Empathy

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field

Qualified Mental Health Professional certification or clinical license

Job description

Washington County Behavioral Health Division in Oregon seeks a Jail Care Coordinator (Bilingual Spanish) to serve adults in custody with severe mental illness. You will assess needs, build care plans, and connect clients with community resources to reduce recidivism, collaborating with forensics, jail staff, Medicaid/CCO, and medical providers.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule with potential field and community-based duties; requires a Master’s degree and QMHP or clinical license, plus