Clinical Training Program
Grow into the clinician you want to become.
Our Clinical Training Program supports associate therapists and psychologist residents as they develop their skills, clinical identity, and readiness for independent licensure.
At a Glance
Employment Full-time, salaried W-2 role.
Supervision Individual & monthly group supervision.
Duration Two years or independent licensure, whichever comes first.
Supervision, with a community around you.
Your Clinical Supervisor supports your development as a therapist. Alongside supervision, you can draw on colleagues, shared resources, and practice support as you learn.
Space to learn. Room to grow.
A training program that supports supervision, community, and clinical identity development.
Supervision
Reflect on your clinical work and strengthen your judgment.
Community
Ask questions, exchange perspectives, and learn alongside colleagues.
Your Clinical Identity
Explore your interests and develop an approach that feels authentic to you.
The practical side of the program.
Explore the resources, benefits, and work arrangements that help make clinical practice sustainable.
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Associate Therapists
Applicants must hold a qualifying master’s degree and be registered, or eligible to register, with the Oregon licensing board for their profession.Psychologist Residents
Applicants must meet the education and residency requirements of the Oregon Board of Psychology.We’ll review your education, registration status, and supervision needs during the application process.
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Each therapist-in-training is paired with a designated Clinical Supervisor to support their development and progress toward independent licensure.
Supervision includes:
Individual supervision that meets or exceeds the requirements of your Oregon licensing board.
Monthly group supervision in addition to required individual supervision.
Support with clinical judgment, ethical decision-making, documentation, risk and safety, and professional development.
PSC covers the cost of supervision, and supervision time is part of your paid work. We’ll discuss your profession’s requirements and the proposed arrangement during the interview process.
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Training clinicians are full-time, salaried, exempt W-2 employees of PSC.
Clinical commitment
The minimum clinical target is 15 service units per week. For caseload planning, a one-hour therapy session counts as one service unit.Paid responsibilities
Your salary covers clinical services, documentation, consultation, care coordination, required weekly staff meetings, and clinical supervision.Additional service units
Training clinicians who exceed their quarterly service-unit target may receive a payout for additional unitsWe’ll review salary details, caseload expectations, and how payouts work during the interview process.
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We work with each therapist-in-training to develop a schedule and work location arrangement that supports client care, supervision, and life outside of work.
In-person, remote, or hybrid arrangements may be available, depending on practice needs, client availability, and supervision requirements.
Training clinicians may have less scheduling flexibility than independently licensed providers while building their caseloads. We’ll discuss available locations, workdays, hours, and scheduling expectations during the interview process.
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PSC offers eligible training clinicians benefits that support their wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth.
Health & Financial Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement benefits
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Time Off
Paid time off
Professional & Workplace Support
Malpractice insurance
Continuing education support
Transportation and Eligible Expense reimbursement
Access to a HIPAA-compliant AI clinical tool
Eligibility and coverage vary by benefit. We’ll review the details during the hiring process.
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Training clinicians are expected to:
Provide thoughtful, ethical, and affirming client care.
Participate in individual and group supervision.
Attend required weekly staff meetings.
Complete clinical documentation on time.
Collaborate with colleagues on client care.
Work toward the requirements for independent licensure.
Questions, reflection, and openness to feedback are part of the learning process. We encourage you to ask for support and explore the clinical interests that matter to you.
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Training positions are intended to last up to two years or until independent licensure, whichever comes first.
After licensure, you are welcome to apply for an available licensed clinician position at PSC. Completing the Clinical Training Program does not guarantee continued employment in a licensed role.
There is no expectation that you commit to staying at PSC after licensure. We want you to leave with stronger clinical skills and a clearer sense of the career you want to build.
Could PSC be part of your next chapter?
We’re welcoming applications for our associate training cohort. Send your résumé and a brief note about your clinical interests and what draws you to PSC.
