Elementary School Based Therapist (20 Hours/Week)
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About the job
Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a part-time School Based Mental Health Therapist Therapist (20 hours/week) to provide therapeutic supports and care coordination to students and families within the school environment. This position will occasionally provide access or crisis coverage as needed and will provide services to Island City Elementary School.
CHD WILL PAY UP TO $1,750 IN RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND UP TO $1,000 TOWARDS FIRST MONTH RENT!
Come work and play in one of the most scenic valleys in the United States. CHD is located at the eastern base of the Blue Mountains, one of Oregon's largest and oldest mountain ranges. Enjoy unlimited year-round outdoor recreation. Join us and be a part of team that makes a difference in the community we serve. CHD values work-life balance and offers flexible schedules and generous time-off.
The Requirements
- Master's degree in a social sciences field required.*
- Two years of relevant mental health experience.
- State licensure or be willing to pursue licensure.
- All Master level QMHP’s must be credentialed as a mental health investigator or willing to pursue credentialing.
- Knowledge of practices, principles and philosophy of mental health treatment, including motivational interviewing, assessment, treatment plans and diagnoses, and crisis counseling.
- Knowledge of computer basics.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass all criminal history check requirements and drug screenings.
- *If masters degree has not been obtained, to be considered for this position you must be attending school and have at least 30 credits based on quarter completed, or 20 credits based on semester completed
The Benefits:
Part-time position with attractive benefit pro-rated package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, gym discounts, and more. Paid time off includes 1 day of sick time accrued each month, 1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service), 10 paid holidays each year, and one month paid renewal leave every 7 years! Qualified as a NHSC loan repayment site.
The Area:
Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.
To apply please visit our website https://www.chdinc.org/employment . Cover Letter REQUIRED with application.
If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email hr@chdinc.org .
The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.
From Center for Human Development's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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