Respite Program Coordinator — Trauma-Informed Care

Cascadia Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO (6 weeks first year)

Medical and dental coverage

Vision discount plan

403(b) retirement plan (immediate vest

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave

Student loan forgiveness options

Job summary

Cascadia Health seeks a Respite Program Coordinator to join the Tigard Respite team in Portland, OR. The role focuses on referral, intake, and discharge processes within an interdisciplinary setting, aligned with trauma-informed care principles.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, documenting in the EMR, and supporting program goals while maintaining compliance with licensing and safety protocols. Strong collaboration with nursing and community partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or three years of related experience.
• QMHA credential eligibility per OAR 309-016-0005.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required and current.
• Experience documenting and billing in EMR systems.
• Strong trauma-informed care and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions and education per the treatment plan.
• Manage referral, intake, and discharge processes for Respite residents.
• Coordinate with program staff to support daily operations and goals.
• Document care in EMR and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure safety, crisis response, and adherence to HIPAA requirements.
• Collaborate with community partners and other providers.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science

QMHA credential eligibility

Tools

Cascadia software

EMR system

Job description

Cascadia Health seeks a Respite Program Coordinator to join the Tigard Respite team in Portland, OR. The role focuses on referral, intake, and discharge processes within an interdisciplinary setting, aligned with trauma-informed care principles.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, documenting in the EMR, and supporting program goals while maintaining compliance with licensing and safety protocols. Strong collaboration with nursing and community partners is essential.