Recovery Works NW·Portland, Oregon
Provide compassionate, judgment-free medical care for substance use and mental health distress using an interdisciplinary approach. Manage patient treatment including the administration of MAT and Sublocade injections within a collaborative environment.
As a family-owned community organization addressing a medical and social epidemic, we focus on innovative, judgement-free, and compassionate solutions for substance use and mental health-related distress.
We value an interdisciplinary approach to treatment, building therapeutic alliances with our patients, incorporating voices of persons with lived-experience, and fostering collaboration with community partners including organizations serving community-specific needs.
Job Details This is an in-person position at our Portland Office Expansive Sublocade Program (in addition to all other forms of MAT) Support Staff Including Front/Back Office, Dedicated Medical Assistants, Recovery Peers, as well as a full Behavioral Health Department Will have internal access to full continuum of care including referral to our detox clinic Positive and collaborative work environment Individualized patient care with emphasis on harm-reduction
Part-Time 2-3 days a week (very flexible on hours) at both our SE Portland and Oak Grove locations Wednesday-Friday availability preferred (flexible)
Compensation: Starting at $80/hr depending on experience and licensure
Sick Time (40 hours annually) 401k and up to 3% match after 3 months of employment Up to $400 per year for approved CEUs All required licensure/certification costs for position paid for by the company Malpractice Insurance and credentialing support for all relevant payers provided by Recovery Works NW
License/Certification: Active state license with prescriptive privileges (required)
**Position is contingent on passing an OHA Background check and successful completion of a urine analysis (UA) after accepting job offer**
Recovery Works NW is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requires an active state license with prescriptive privileges and at least one year of experience prescribing buprenorphine. Candidates must pass an OHA background check and a urine analysis.
Market context
In Oregon, behavioral-health peer support roles often see steady demand in community mental health, recovery, and crisis support settings. These positions are competitive because employers look for lived recovery experience, certification eligibility, and practical requirements like a valid Oregon driver’s license and background clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification path and gather documentation before applying.
