The Mental health Provider position will provide comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based trauma-focused mental health services to children and families in a culturally and developmentally appropriate manner; Foster resilience, promote healing, and enhance overall health of our clients to address their unique needs with the goal of maximizing individual and family functioning. as well as participate in and/or lead group sessions. Openings include part-time and full-time benefited positions, as well as flexible contracted positions. About Us: SafeSpace Children's Advocacy Center is a front-line responder to reports of child sexual and physical abuse, witnessing violence, and other serious maltreatment of children in the Columbia River Gorge region. All our services are aimed at reducing and addressing trauma so children and families may begin their healing process. SafeSpace services are free of charge to every client. We are an interdisciplinary nonprofit organization coordinating efforts of child protection staff, law enforcement professionals, family advocates, medical experts, and mental health clinicians under one roof. Our staff facilitate interagency partners’ collaborative responses, conduct forensic interviews and medical assessments, provide child and family advocacy and crisis intervention services, and are now offering in-house integrated youth mental health. Visit our website at safespacecac.org Requirements: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Doctor of Psychology with Oregon licensure and/or individuals with master’s or higher degree working toward obtaining their Oregon licensure; Clinical Social Worker Associate (CSWA), Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA). Preferred Experiences & Skills: •Minimum of two years of post-degree clinical experience •Experience working with youth with a history of trauma •Bilingual in English and Spanish Please send your cover letter and resume to gfc@safespacecac.org

The Forensic Interviewer is a member of the clinical team. Core responsibilities of the position include conducting developmentally and culturally sensitive interviews of children and adolescents referred for assessment. Assessments can include concerns of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and domestic violence. Candidates must be able to: -Perform crisis intervention and work with families in crisis -Effectively communicate verbally and in writing -Provide support to medical providers -Represent the organization in a professional manner to clients and our community -Complete required documentation and have strong computer skills -Maintain confidentiality following HIPAA and other legal requirements -Participate in continuing education -Be culturally sensitive Qualification: -Bachelor's degree preferred but not required or equivalent experience -Think strategically, creatively problem solve, exercise good judgment -Proven ability to work in a team and build working partnerships -Excellent interpersonal skills -Maintain regular attendance at work and work activities, punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules -Ability to work flexible hours Please send your cover letter and resume to mrivera@safespacecac.org