Bilingual Program Supervisor Mental Health Clinician

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. Help lead a program where culture, language, and connection are central to mental health care. Lutheran Community Services Northwest is seeking a bilingual Spanish/English Latinx Program Supervisor/Mental Health Clinician to help strengthen culturally responsive behavioral health services for individuals and families in Yamhill County. This unique role blends clinical practice with program leadership, giving you the opportunity to provide direct care while supporting a growing team and strengthening community partnerships. If you are passionate about reducing barriers to mental health care and want your clinical leadership to have an impact beyond the therapy room, we would love to hear from you

WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:

As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees, because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind

• A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
• Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency recognized holidays
• 2 floating holidays to use your way
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

 All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. The Prosperando Juntos Program Supervisor / Mental Health Clinician provides clinical services and program leadership to strengthen culturally responsive, linguistically accessible behavioral health services for individuals and families in Yamhill County. Grounded in the program's commitment to reducing barriers to mental health care, this position integrates direct clinical practice with staff supervision, program coordination, community engagement, and partnership development. This position is responsible for assisting with the internal operations of the Prosperando Juntos Program including monitoring the compliance with applicable governing rules and regulations. The position supports the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services; promotes collaboration among program staff, community partners, and the broader Mental Health team; and monitors program activities to support compliance with applicable regulations, contractual obligations, agency standards, and established performance expectations.

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Prosperando Juntos program in collaboration with the Mental Health Management team and other agency departments.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, referral sources, culturally specific partners, and other stakeholders.
• Support program planning, implementation, and continuous quality improvement in alignment with agency and community priorities.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to assigned staff and interns.
• Monitor program activities, service delivery, documentation, and contract deliverables to support compliance with applicable regulations, agency policies, and contractual requirements.
• Support outreach and engagement strategies that build trust and increase awareness of available behavioral health resources among Latinx individuals and families.
• Model and encourage direct, professional communication among staff members and facilitate development of a positive staff support network
• Collaborate with community partners to identify behavioral health needs, reduce barriers to access, and strengthen pathways to services.
• Coordinate or facilitate community presentations, educational workshops, and other activities that promote mental health awareness and access to care.
• Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services to individuals, families, and groups.
• Conduct screenings, assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning in accordance with professional standards and applicable regulations.
• Diagnosing mental health conditions based on client reports utilizing most current DSM format
• Facilitate client participation in the development of treatment plans based on client strengths
• Partner with clients to develop and review individualized treatment plans that reflect their strengths, goals, cultural context, and identified needs.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency, payer, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate care with families, community partners, and other providers, as appropriate and consistent with client consent and confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in clinical consultation, supervision, and quality improvement activities to support effective, ethical, and culturally responsive care.

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:

• Master’s degree granted by an accredited institution in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field or ability to obtain degree within 6 months is required.
• Oregon QMHP eligibility and applicable licensure or certification requirements
• Experience facilitating groups gained through employment or internship, is a plus
• Program management or supervision skills highly desired
• Experience working with and organizing diverse communities
• Knowledge and professional experience working in the mental health field
• Must have the demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently. Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Current counseling certification and licensing in the state of Oregon, or making progress toward securing an Oregon license in the next 6 months.
• Must meet State of Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and possess, or work toward, MHACBO certification as a QMHP-C unless already pursuing licensure through another counseling or social work profession’s licensure board.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Credible is required
• Working knowledge of the Oregon Administrative Rules Service and Documentation Standards (309-19-0135 to 309-19-0140) is required
• Experience in data collection, analytics and reporting
• Systemic orientation to workplace
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Requires strict adherence of HIPAA standards in the office workspace to ensure confidentiality

• Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender. Motor vehicle records, valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required. 

Thank you!  We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we’re unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.