[Hiring] Substance Use Disorder Program Manager @CareOregon

Role Description

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) - Program Manager is responsible for the assessment, development, program leadership, and continuous improvement of the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) continuum of care, focusing on:

• Use of medications for addictions
• Optimization of SUD services in various specialty behavioral health and primary care settings
• Harm reduction strategies
• Improvement of the health and quality of life of people who use drugs

This includes formulation and delivery of an effective addiction treatment strategy in a variety of physical and behavioral health settings in service to multiple coordinated care organization (CCO) regions.

NOTE: This position is remote and preference is given to candidates in Oregon and SW Washington.

Estimated Hiring Range: $102,330.00 - $125,070.00

Bonus Target: Bonus - SIP Target, 5% Annual

Priority will be given to candidates residing in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, public health, healthcare administration, behavioral health, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, public health, education, or non-profit organizations
• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting, developing, implementing, or evaluating substance use disorder (SUD) services, medications for addiction treatment, or related programs
• Experience working with Medicaid, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), managed care organizations, or other publicly funded healthcare programs (preferred)
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, launching new programs or services, and leading organizational improvement initiatives (preferred)
• Professional certification or advanced training related to substance use disorders, behavioral health, quality improvement, or healthcare administration (preferred)
• Experience with healthcare quality measurement, program evaluation, performance metrics, or continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., HEDIS, quality improvement initiatives, clinical program evaluation) (preferred)

Requirements

• Knowledge of evidence-based substance use disorder treatment and recovery services, including medications for addiction treatment
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and their application in program design and implementation
• Knowledge of behavioral health and substance use disorder trends, emerging practices, and system transformation efforts
• Understanding of adult learning principles and organizational change
• Skill in analyzing, synthesizing, and communicating complex data insights, translating findings into actionable recommendations
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous and evolving environments
• Ability to collaborate across teams and build consensus with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional and matrixed teams
• Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and develop creative solutions
• Ability to evaluate new ideas and assess potential operational impacts
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate work across teams and systems
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
• Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
• Ability to see, read, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 6 hours/day
• Ability to hear and speak clearly for at least 3-6 hours/day

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Health savings account, flexible spending account(s), lifestyle spending account
• Employee assistance program, wellness program, discounts, and multiple supplemental benefits
• Strong retirement plan with employer contributions
• PTO and Paid State Sick Time based on hours worked/scheduled hours
• Paid holidays, volunteer time, jury duty, bereavement leave, and more