Program Manager II, Housing Outreach

Garlington Health Center | Portland, OR
Full-Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Cascadia Health is seeking an experienced and compassionate Community Program Manager II to lead our Housing Outreach Team (HOT). This leadership role oversees permanent supportive housing programs serving adults experiencing homelessness and complex behavioral health needs through a Housing First, harm reduction, and trauma-informed approach.

As a Program Manager, you'll provide clinical and operational leadership to QMHPs, QMHAs, Peer Wellness Specialists, and administrative staff while ensuring high-quality services, housing stability, contract compliance, and positive client outcomes.

Why Cascadia?

At Cascadia, we believe housing is healthcare. Our integrated approach combines behavioral health, addiction treatment, primary care, and housing services to help people build stable, connected lives.

When you join Cascadia, you'll find:

• Mission-driven work that creates lasting community impact
• A collaborative, trauma-informed culture
• Leadership opportunities within one of Oregon's leading behavioral health organizations
• Strong benefits, including:
  • 6 weeks of PTO in your first year
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Student loan forgiveness opportunities
  • Life and disability insurance

What You'll Do

• Lead the daily operations of supportive housing and housing outreach programs
• Supervise, coach, and develop clinical, peer, and administrative staff
• Foster a culture of housing stability, recovery, and client-centered care
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, documentation standards, and contract outcomes
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community providers, housing partners, and stakeholders
• Support crisis response, clinical decision-making, and team development
• Monitor program performance, budgets, and quality improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in a behavioral science or related field
• Ability to qualify as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) under Oregon requirements
• At least 2 years of supervisory or program management experience
• Experience working within a Housing First, harm reduction, supportive housing, or homelessness services environment
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented practices, and behavioral health services
• Experience leading teams, managing partnerships, and overseeing program outcomes
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the community as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• CADC credential
• Two or more years working in homelessness or supportive housing programs
• Experience with HUD-funded programs, HMIS, and grant reporting

Join Us

If you're a collaborative leader who believes in housing as a foundation for recovery and wellness, we'd love to hear from you. Join Cascadia Health and help create pathways to stability, healing, and hope for our community.

Apply today.