Clinical Manager
Job Description
Clinical Manager – Sobering & Deflection Center
Portland, OR
Full-Time | Behavioral Health Leadership | Community-Based Crisis Services
An established behavioral health organization is seeking an independently licensed Clinical Manager to support the launch and ongoing operations of a Sobering and Deflection Center in Portland, Oregon. This program provides immediate support and stabilization for individuals experiencing acute intoxication, substance-related impairment, behavioral health crises, and other community-based needs—while helping divert individuals away from emergency departments and the criminal justice system.
This is an opportunity to step into a highly impactful leadership role within an innovative, mission-driven environment focused on harm reduction, recovery, and compassionate care for vulnerable populations.
About the Role
The Clinical Manager will oversee daily clinical operations and provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team supporting individuals in crisis. This role partners closely with nursing staff, behavioral health professionals, peer support specialists, and community agencies to ensure safe, trauma-informed, and person-centered care.
The ideal candidate is a strong behavioral health leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys mentoring teams, and is passionate about supporting individuals with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
What You’ll Be Doing
Provide clinical and operational oversight for the Sobering and Deflection Center
Supervise and support behavioral health staff, case managers, peer support specialists, and clinical personnel
Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff as appropriate
Ensure trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered care practices
Assist with crisis intervention, de-escalation, and clinical decision-making in high-acuity situations
Partner with nursing staff, providers, EMS, hospitals, and community organizations to coordinate care and diversion efforts
Support onboarding, coaching, staff development, and ongoing clinical training
Monitor documentation standards, program compliance, and quality assurance initiatives
Participate in incident review, performance improvement, and operational planning
Help maintain a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for both participants and staff
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Behavioral Health, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required
Active independent Oregon licensure required (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT)
Previous leadership or supervisory experience within behavioral health, substance use treatment, crisis stabilization, or community-based services strongly preferred
Experience working with high-acuity behavioral health and substance use populations required
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, crisis intervention, and recovery-oriented practices
Ability to lead effectively in fast-paced, evolving clinical environments
Strong communication, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Opportunity to help shape a newly developing Sobering and Deflection program
Mission-driven work supporting underserved and vulnerable populations
Collaborative leadership team and supportive clinical environment
Strong long-term growth potential within behavioral health leadership
Meaningful, community-impact focused work every day
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO package
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement opportunities available
Pay Details: $45.00 to $65.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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