Assistant Director Jobs in Oregon
Assistant Director jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where large employers like Oregon Health & Science University, Providence Health & Services, and the Oregon Department of Education maintain ongoing hiring needs. The role covers specialties including early childhood education, healthcare administration, and nonprofit program management, with openings at both the operational and strategic seniority levels. Oregon's public sector, healthcare system, and growing nonprofit sector keep demand for experienced assistant directors consistently strong across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join us in our recovery work as a dedicated and enthusiastic Clinical leader in Salem, OR!
Advanced Recovery Systems is a behavioral healthcare management company focused on treating addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. We prioritize behavioral health and assist individuals in overcoming these challenges. With facilities across the U.S., we have been committed to this mission since our inception, employing advanced patient care approaches. Each facility aims to offer high-quality care through effective, evidence-based therapeutic models to help individuals lead healthy, fulfilling lives free from substance abuse and mental illness.
The Assistant Clinical Director is responsible for providing 24-hour management of all clinical functions of the facility, in conjunction with the Clinical Director. Together with the Clinical Director, the Assistant CD is responsible for providing effective leadership to the clinical staff, has knowledge of the organization, provides marketing support for the facility, and directs all activities within the facility in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations.
CORE JOB DUTIES:
Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the
following:
- Assists Clinical Director in developing effective clinical programming and ensures staff compliance to the curriculum.
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Assists Clinical Director with proficiently auditing documentation to ensure compliance to company policy, state regulations, Joint Commission standards, ASAM standards, and Medical
Needs Criteria. This Includes:
a. Biopsychosocial Assessment (72 hours)
b. Comprehensive Problem List
c. Integrated Master Treatment Plan and Updates (24 – 72 hours based on payor)
d. ASAMs (24 hours, based on state standards)
e. Individual, family and group therapy session notes (24 hours)
f. Discharge Summary (72 hours) - Uses substance abuse and co-occurring therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques to assist patients with accomplishing all treatment plans goals and objectives and successfully complete treatment.
- Provide and monitors group therapy sessions to ensure quality programming is delivered and to ensure compliance to the program curriculum.
- Assesses patient for substance use disorders, risk to self or others and co-occurring mental health disorders.
- Effectively manage a 50% caseload.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to clinicians.
- Review and sign off on documentation as directed by Clinical Director.
- Works closely with the Clinical Director to ensure all clinical staff are meeting 92% compliance on facility metrics. Provides at least twice monthly feedback/coaching sessions with staff to improve lagging metrics.
- Monitors staff’s performance, providing coaching and discipline as needed to ensure peakperformance.
- Identifies areas for improvement within the department by analyzing data and developing, implementing, and documenting plans for improvement and outcomes.
- Provides Clinical Supervision to clinicians who are not independently licensed/certified.
- Provides trainings to Clinical department and other department as required by Clinical Director.
OTHER REQUIRED TASKS:
- Assists Clinical Director to ensure departmental goals are met.
- Assists Clinical Director with meeting with all employees at least bi-monthly to provide feedback on documentation and therapeutic performance and to provide guidance and coaching as needed.
- Assists Clinical Director to effectively monitor staff’s performance, providing coaching and discipline as needed to ensure peak performance.
- Leads Daily Flash Meetings in the absence of the Clinical Director.
- Leads Clinical Staff Meetings in the absence of the Clinical Director.
- Assists the Clinical Director to recruit and hire clinical team members.
- Maintains positive relationships with all staff.
- Creates a positive environment for staff.
- Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and patients.
- Participates in administrative duties to include but not limited to group scheduling, service time, auditing assigned by Clinical Director.
- Performs other tasks, as assigned.
Requirements
Education:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related human services field.
Credentials:
- Independently licensed in the State of practice required in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health counselor or other behavioral health related fields
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years’ of work experience in mental health field required.
Knowledge AND Training Requirements:
- Knowledge of JC standards.
- Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the discipline.
- Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills.
- Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding
- Patient Confidentiality laws.
- Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
- Knowledge of Workplace Violence
Core Competencies:
- Biopsychosocial Evaluation
- Group Therapy Sessions and Notes
- Individual Therapy Notes
- Family Therapy Notes
- Treatment Plans
- Treatment Plan Updates
- Discharge Summary Advanced Recovery Systems is a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to treating addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues.
The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO
We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.
Benefits
We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant director jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a field relevant to the department or program managed
- Several years of progressive leadership experience within the relevant industry or sector
- Demonstrated experience supervising staff, managing budgets, and overseeing daily operations
- Familiarity with Oregon state regulations and compliance requirements for the applicable industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to directors and external stakeholders
- Proficiency with standard project management and data tracking software used in Oregon organizations
Assistant Director Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant director in Oregon?
Most assistant director roles in Oregon require a relevant bachelor's or master's degree followed by several years of progressively responsible experience in the field. In early childhood education settings, Oregon requires directors and assistant directors of licensed childcare facilities to meet Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care credential standards, including completing approved training hours. In healthcare administration, employers typically look for experience within Oregon's specific regulatory environment. Building a record of staff supervision and budget oversight in your field is the most direct path.
Which companies hire assistant directors in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring assistant directors in Oregon include Catlin Gabel School, Willamette University, and HHS, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's large healthcare networks, public universities, and state agencies are among the most consistent sources of assistant director openings across the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most assistant director jobs?
Portland, Salem, and Ashland have the most assistant director openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share due to its concentration of major healthcare systems, nonprofits, and corporate headquarters, while Salem's openings are heavily tied to state government agencies and Salem Health, and Eugene's market is shaped by the University of Oregon and regional healthcare and education employers.
Are there remote assistant director jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of assistant director openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that most assistant director roles involve direct staff oversight, facility management, or in-person program coordination. The portions of the role most likely to support remote or hybrid arrangements are administrative functions such as reporting, compliance tracking, and strategic planning.
How can I get hired as a assistant director in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to first secure a coordinator, program manager, or senior specialist role within your target sector, then build toward assistant director responsibilities from within. Large Oregon employers like Oregon Health & Science University and the Oregon Department of Human Services regularly hire for entry-level program and administrative roles that develop the oversight and compliance skills assistant directors need. Obtaining an Oregon Early Learning and Care credential is a concrete advantage for childcare-sector candidates, while candidates in healthcare or nonprofit administration benefit from volunteer board experience and relevant graduate coursework.
Where can I find and apply to assistant director jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to assistant director jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Portland, Salem, Eugene, and other Oregon locations. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and the industry you want to work in.
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