Mental Health Clinical Supervisor (LPC / LCSW / LMFT) - MH051

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Portland, Gresham (OR, OR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO and sick time

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with match

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

NARA Northwest seeks an Adult Mental Health Clinical Supervisor to oversee staff in the Adult Mental Health Program. You will supervise therapists, behavioral health clinicians, and other staff, ensuring high-quality care respectful of Native American communities.

The role emphasizes clinical supervision, QA, and direct service delivery, with an emphasis on culturally appropriate treatment models and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. This is an in-person, Monday–Friday position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensed as a Mental Health Professional in Oregon (LCSW/LPC/LMFT/psych).
• Meets QMHP requirements per Oregon Administrative Rules.
• Must meet Oregon Admin Rule requirements to supervise pre-licensed clinicians.
• 30-hour clinical supervision training in Oregon.
• Must pass Oregon licensing Board's Law & Rules exam.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support day-to-day activities of therapists, students, and counselors.
• Provide direct clinical services equating to half of a full-time caseload.
• Deliver culturally appropriate clinical consultation with Native American focus.
• Implement treatment models for co-occurring disorders.
• Participate in quality assurance, including chart reviews and audits.
• Cosign supervisees' clinical notes in a timely manner.
• Provide orientation, onboarding, and ongoing staff training.
• Offer crisis consultation and on-call support.

Skills

Strong communication

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Clinical supervision

Crisis consultation

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling

Oregon licensure as MH professional (LCSW/LPC/LMFT/psych)

QMHP per Oregon Administrative Rules

30-hour clinical supervision training (Oregon)

CADC in Oregon preferred

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Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Indian Health Clinic on Hancock - Portland, OR 97212

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $83,000.00 - $98,280.00 Salary

Job Shift: Day

Title: Adult Mental Health Clinical Supervisor - Clinic or Addiction Sites

Locations

Assigned to either Clinic or Addiction Sites listed below

Clinic Sites

• Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St, Portland, OR 97212
• Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233

Addiction Sites

• Outpatient - 355 NW Division St., Gresham, OR 97030
• Residential - 17645 NW St. Helens Hwy, Portland, OR 97231

Schedule

This is an in-person position, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional weekends or evenings required.

Wage Range

$83,000.00 – $98,280.00 annual salary, Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Mental Health Clinical Supervisor looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview

The Adult Mental Health Clinical Supervisor provides clinical oversight of staff within the Adult Mental Health Program. This includes clinical supervision of therapists, behavioral health consultants, specialty case managers, and other direct services staff serving adults and families. This role ensures high-quality, culturally responsive care is delivered to clients, particularly within Native American and Alaska Native communities. Responsibilities include clinical supervision, quality assurance, and direct service delivery.

What you will do

• Supervise and support the day-to-day activities of therapists/counselors, students/interns, and behavioral health consultants.
• Provide direct clinical services equivalent to half of the caseload of a full-time therapist.
• Deliver culturally appropriate clinical consultation and advocacy, with a focus on Native American populations.
• Implement culturally appropriate treatment models for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, including clinical documentation review and audit preparation.
• Review and cosign clinical notes of supervisees in a timely manner.
• Provide orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training for clinical staff.
• Provide crisis consultation and support on-call services.

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensed as a Mental Health Professional in the State of Oregon (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist)
• Meets requirements as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) per Oregon Administrative Rules.
• Must meet Oregon Administrative Rule requirements to provide clinical supervision to pre-licensed clinicians working toward licensure.
• Completion of required 30-hour clinical supervision training in Oregon.
• Must successfully pass the applicable Oregon licensing Board’s Law and Rules exam.
• Completion of ongoing continuing education related to clinical supervision.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) in Oregon preferred.
• Previous clinical supervision experience, including supervision of pre-licensed clinicians preferred.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams in a respectful and culturally informed manner.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries and model ethical conduct.
• Skilled in working collaboratively with diverse teams and maintaining a respectful workplace.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with diverse populations.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for-cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

What’s in it for you

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th, and your birthday!

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

NARA NW Mission

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

Sobriety Policy

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.