Entry Level Forensic Scientist Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

*This is a 100% onsite position in Portland, OR. There are no remote or hybrid remote options.*

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals with complex needs in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Rhone Street is an OHA-licensed five-bed residential treatment program that provides a stable home environment for people who are transitioning to more independent living. Services will be provided in safe and homelike environments that recognize the dignity, individuality, and right to self-determination of each individual. The residents will have goals of recovery, self-reliance, and independence, and staff will work collaboratively with the individual both in house and in community settings to develop the individual self- described goals.

What You Will Do to Change Lives 

Under direct supervision of the Clinical Director/Administrator, this Team Lead Unlicensed entry-level management position supervises multidisciplinary teams, coordinates service needs, and collaborates with other services and agencies.  Fulfills appropriate level of services for new members served as outlined in the essential functions.

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

On-Call rotation participation required. Work hours can vary due to program needs.

Expected starting wage range is $72,808.63 - $89,871.72. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.  Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• Master's Degree completed in Social Sciences or Social Services (psychology, social work, counseling, child and family, forensic psychology, music therapy, etc.)

• Must have a valid QMHP Certification through MHACBO. Visit site to ensure you qualify: https://www.mhacbo.org/en/mentalhealth/qmhp-r/

• One (1) year supervisory experience required, or supervisory training within six (6) months of employment

• Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver. 

• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. 

What You Will Do

• Assist your program leadership with implementing and overseeing the responsibilities for clinical services and standards of care for our clients, and administrative needs of the multidisciplinary team.

• Provide individual and group therapy, carrying a caseload of up to 8 clients.  

• Work closely with your program leadership to continually communicate with community partners and all local systems of care that are in service to our clients.

• Oversees documentation by clinical staff and work closely with your program leadership to assist with audits of Clinical Charts to ensure adherence to State and County Requirements.

• Assists with New Hire Orientation and ongoing training and mentorship for all clinical staff.

• Assists with recruitment, screening, hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations and terminations of all clinical staff

What’s In It For You*

• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.

• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)

• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship

• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• For more information visit:https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits 

What You Will Love About Working at Telecare

• Culture of power-with not power-over 

• Your contribution is valued 

• Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of clinical professionals 

• Personal commitment to the mission from your team and colleagues

• Diverse mental health program types with lifelong career advancement and leadership development opportunities

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.