Psychiatric Social Worker Senior

Initial Posting Date:

10/20/2026

Application Deadline:

11/30/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$7,968.00 - $11,140.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Psychiatric Social Worker-SR33-Oregon State Hospital-Salem

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Psychiatric Social Worker SR 33 at Oregon State Hospital in Salem!

Do you want to provide Hope, Safety, and Support in an individual’s Recovery and Wellness?

If you are a CSWA or LCSW interested in providing clinical interventions and services in an in-patient psychiatric setting to support a patient's recovery and complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments while collaborating with vested parties on discharge planning, Apply now! 

Oregon State Hospital currently provides a 5% license differential for those applicants who have their LCSW as outlined in SEIU union contract.

The Social Work Department can also provide applicants who have or will have the CSWA (clinical social work associate) at time of hire with clinical supervision as they work towards licensure.

*This job posting will remain open and continuing to receive applications. We check each week for new candidates.

• Click here to see an interview with one of our amazing LCSW staff!
• You will conduct initial and ongoing strength-based assessments from my trauma informed lens, including initial psychosocial ssessment and annual updates, and readiness to transition assessments.
• You will prepare written social work reports to Risk Review, the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB), and other partner agencies
• You will provide compassionate services with each patient on your caseload on a weekly or monthly basis while monitoring progress towards stated Social Work Interventions and provide updates to the treatment care plan as indicated.
• You will work within a unit Interdisciplinary Team to monitor need for hospital level of care and readiness for transition from OSH.
• You will prepare for and participates in court hearings and testify as requested.
• You will conduct recovery oriented and skill building groups based on patients clinical needs as defined in the treatment care plan.
• You will provide discharge and continuity of care planning for each patient based on service needs, preferences, and available resources in the community.

For a full review of the position description, please Click Here.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Current Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license, OR Hold a current Certified Social Work Associate (CSWA) license, OR supply verification of application submission to the Oregon Board of Social Worker (OBSW) by date of appointment

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.

• Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
• Clinical knowledge, skills and abilities in working with persons with mental illness and substance abuse disorders who may be involved in both the mental health and legal systems
• Ability to utilize theoretical frameworks and appropriate evidence-based practices in working with persons with mental illness.
• Knowledge and utilization of the principles and methods of psychiatric recovery.
• Knowledge of discharge planning services and supports.
• Utilize technology based medical records systems, standard suite of MS products; Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., along with any other identified tools to perform standardized care.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for 1 vacancy, full-time, perm, SEIU represented Psychiatric Social Work position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a IN-OFFICE position working daily with individuals with active symptoms of mental illness who may exhibit significant physical aggression.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Melissa M. Perez, SPHR at: [email protected] (503-209-7058).

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We are a psychiatric hospital that inspires hope, promotes safety, and supports recovery for all.  Our mission is to provide therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on recovery and community reintegration all in a safe environment.

We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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