Strengthening the Behavioral Health Workforce in the Columbia Gorge
We build career pathways, expand supervision and training, and support organizations to grow a strong, sustainable behavioral health workforce.
What We Do
The Columbia Gorge Behavioral Health Consortium works with regional partners to address workforce shortages in behavioral health.
We focus on practical solutions that help people enter, advance, and remain in the behavioral health field—while supporting the organizations that serve our communities.
Our Focus Areas
Workforce Training & Development
Continuing education, supervision, and professional development opportunities for behavioral health providers across the Gorge.
Internships & Career Pathways
Paid internships, clinical placements, and career supports that help students and early-career professionals enter the field.
Organizational Support
Technical assistance and collaboration to help agencies recruit, retain, and support their workforce.
Who We Serve
We serve behavioral health providers, students, supervisors, and organizations across the Columbia Gorge region, including Hood River and Wasco counties.
Our work is grounded in collaboration, equity, and community-driven solutions.T