Substance Use Disorder Program Manager

CareOregon

. Assess, develop, lead, and continuously improve the Substance Use Disorder continuum of care .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,330 - $125,070 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services, optimizing care strategies, and leading organizational improvement initiatives. Proficient in data analysis, strategic planning, and collaboration across diverse healthcare settings to enhance treatment outcomes.

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Substance Use Disorder Services DevelopmentStrategic Planning and ImplementationHealthcare Quality MeasurementData Analysis and Performance MetricsTrauma-Informed Care Principles

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Hard Skills

Substance Use Disorder TreatmentMedications for Addiction TreatmentProgram EvaluationContinuous Improvement MethodologiesHealthcare AdministrationBehavioral Health KnowledgeEmerging Practices ResearchOperational GuidancePerformance Metrics MonitoringProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration Across TeamsConsensus BuildingLeadership and InfluenceAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Certification in Substance Use DisordersAdvanced Training in Behavioral HealthQuality Improvement Certification

Industry Keywords

Coordinated Care OrganizationsMedicaidPublicly Funded Healthcare ProgramsBehavioral Health TrendsAdult Learning Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, develop, lead, and continuously improve the Substance Use Disorder continuum of care
Focus on medications for addictions, optimization of SUD services, harm reduction strategies, and improving health and quality of life for people who use drugs
Formulate and deliver an addiction treatment strategy across physical and behavioral health settings serving multiple CCO regions
Provide operational guidance for expanding and optimizing SUD services across primary care, hospital care, and specialty behavioral health
Determine and monitor key performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and support continuous improvement
Provide guidance and technical assistance to program staff, internal teams, external partners, and cross-functional partners
Launch and oversee projects supporting implementation and improvement of SUD services
Support workflows, tools, and care coordination practices across care settings
Research emerging practices and share insights to inform program improvement
Collaborate with providers to engage members in treatment and improve programs and processes
Coordinate and support learning collaboratives to share best practices
Translate policies, procedures, contractual requirements, and clinical models into operational practices across the SUD provider network
Serve as an internal subject matter resource on SUD programs
Support workforce development, provider recruitment, training, and workforce capacity-building activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 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 preferred
Knowledge of evidence-based substance use disorder treatment and recovery services, including medications for addiction treatment
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
Knowledge of behavioral health and substance use disorder trends, emerging practices, and system transformation efforts
Understanding of adult learning principles and organizational change
Strong data analysis, synthesis, and communication skills
Strong strategic planning and project management skills
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to collaborate across teams and build consensus with diverse stakeholders
Ability to lead and influence cross-functional and matrixed teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate work across teams and systems
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

Comp & perks

Bonus opportunity; 5% annual SIP target
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
Supplemental benefits including voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pre-tax parking, pet insurance, and 529 College Savings
Retirement plan with employer contributions
PTO
Paid State Sick Time
Paid holidays
Volunteer time
Jury duty leave
Bereavement leave
401(k) contributions for non-benefits-eligible employees
Work from home
Occasional travel may be required or optional