Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Oregon

Behavioral Health Manager jobs in Oregon are concentrated in community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and substance use disorder programs, with strong demand at supervisory and director levels. Portland, Salem, and Eugene anchor most of the hiring, and large, established employers like Oregon Health and Science University, Legacy Health, and PeaceHealth maintain consistent openings. Case management leadership, crisis services coordination, and outpatient program management are among the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top employerClarvida
Top citySalem, OR
Cities hiring24
Work type71% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician - Pain Management Center
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Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician - Pain Management Center
Legacy Health
Portland, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$43.11 - $64.22/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Policy Manager 1
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Behavioral Health Policy Manager 1
Oregon Youth Authority
Woodburn, Oregon
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$6,834 - $11k/yr
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Behavioral Health Clinician
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Behavioral Health Clinician
Eastern Shawnee Companies
Klamath Falls, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$73k - $129k/yr
Master's degree in social work

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Behavioral Health Specialist
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Behavioral Health Specialist
CODA, Inc.
Gresham, Oregon
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$54k - $55k/yr
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Behavioral Health Technician - Clinical Support Associate
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Behavioral Health Technician - Clinical Support Associate
Awakenings by the Sea
Seaside, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Behavioral Health Manager Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salem
5 jobs
Portland
5 jobs
Eugene
4 jobs
Corvallis
4 jobs
Medford
3 jobs
Bend
2 jobs
Gresham
2 jobs
Redmond
2 jobs
Roseburg
2 jobs

Behavioral Health Manager Job Market in Oregon

A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Clarvida7 open roles
Mindoula Health4 open roles
PeaceHealth2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Oregon Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health manager jobs across Oregon.

  • Active Oregon license as a Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, or equivalent clinical credential
  • Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related behavioral health field
  • Supervisory or program management experience in a behavioral health or human services setting
  • Knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules governing mental health and substance use disorder programs
  • Experience with Medicaid billing, documentation standards, and Oregon Health Plan compliance
  • Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in Oregon community health settings

Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a behavioral health manager in Oregon?

Most behavioral health manager roles in Oregon require a master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology paired with an active Oregon clinical license such as the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), issued through the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers or the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists. Employers typically expect several years of direct clinical experience before moving into a management role, and familiarity with Oregon Health Plan regulations strengthens any application.

Which companies hire behavioral health managers in Oregon?

Companies currently hiring behavioral health managers in Oregon include Clarvida, Mindoula Health, and PeaceHealth, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oregon's integrated health systems and community mental health organizations tend to post the most consistent openings for this role across the state.

Which Oregon cities have the most behavioral health manager jobs?

Salem, Portland, and Eugene have the most behavioral health manager openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share of listings as the state's primary hub for major health systems, academic medical centers, and nonprofit behavioral health agencies, while Salem and Eugene generate steady demand through state government offices, regional hospital networks, and county-level community mental health programs.

Are there remote behavioral health manager jobs in Oregon?

Yes, but they're limited, since behavioral health manager roles often involve direct oversight of clinical staff, in-person program operations, and on-site compliance responsibilities. About 71% of behavioral health manager openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects the hands-on nature of most positions. The functions most likely to allow remote work are utilization review, care coordination oversight, and administrative program management that does not require daily on-site clinical presence.

How can I get hired as a behavioral health manager in Oregon with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead clinician or senior case manager role first, building supervisory experience from within a team before stepping into a formal management title. Oregon Health and Science University, Legacy Health, and larger community mental health organizations like Lines for Life regularly hire clinicians into senior practitioner roles that carry mentorship or team-lead duties. Completing your Oregon LCSW or LPC licensure, even if newly issued, signals readiness and removes a common barrier that otherwise filters out early-career candidates.

Where can I find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Oregon?

You can find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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