Mental Health Therapist; Salem
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor
Serenity Lane is a licensed, non-profit addiction treatment provider serving Oregon communities since 1973 with a full continuum of care - from medically supervised detox and residential treatment to outpatient programs across the state.
About the RoleAs a Mental Health Therapist, you will play a vital role in supporting patients' recovery and overall well-being. You'll provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct comprehensive assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, person-centered care.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced therapist or a recent graduate working toward licensure who is passionate about co-occurring disorders and recovery-focused treatment.
Responsibilities- Conduct mental health evaluations (biopsychosocial assessments, mental status exams, pre-admission screenings)
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy within an integrated behavioral health and substance use treatment model
- Deliver crisis intervention and short-term counseling in collaboration with medical and clinical staff
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team for treatment planning and continuity of care
- Provide case management, referrals, and coordination with outside providers and community resources
- Document all services in the electronic health record (EHR) accurately and on time
- Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Clinical Social Work (Required)
- Active license as LPC or LCSW in Oregon or the ability to obtain licensure through supervised clinical hours (Required)
- Experience in assessment, evaluation, and therapy (Required)
- 2+ years post-licensure clinical experience (Preferred)
- CADC I certification (Preferred)
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, counseling, and clinical documentation
- Experience with co-occurring disorders and integrated treatment models a plus
$68,000 - $75,000 yearly
We invest in our employees through:
- Nearly 20% internal promotion rate
- Clinical supervision
- Paid professional certifications
- 401(k) with up to 3.5% employer match
- Approximately 90% employer-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- Unique MERP program that helps reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses
- Flexible scheduling opportunities in many roles
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Full-time, exempt position in an outpatient clinic setting
- Supportive, team-based culture with regular interdisciplinary collaboration
- Regular interaction with patients in emotional or crisis situations
Serenity Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.
** Offers contingent on background check and drug screening.
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