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Initial Posting Date: 08/24/2026 Application Deadline: 09/06/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $6834.00-$10,569.00 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Associate Director of Creative Arts and Rehabilitation Therapies (Clinical Rehab Manager 1) Job Description: f this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all. Opportunity Awaits, -Associate Director of Creative Arts & Recreation Therapy (Clinical Rehabilitation Manager 1 SR31)

Oregon State Hospital, a Joint Commission and CMS certified public psychiatric hospital, provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for mentally and emotionally ill adult and geriatric populations committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system. The Oregon State Hospital is the largest division of Oregon Health Authority with approximately 3,000 positions across the hospital, approximately 700 patients across two campuses, one in Salem and the other in Junction City. Oregon State Hospital-Who We Are The Treatment Services Department at the Oregon State Hospital utilizes a treatment mall model to deliver individualized treatment to every patient at Oregon State Hospital. Clinicians are available from the following specialist disciplines: Art, Dance/Movement, Music, and Recreation Therapies, Native Services, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Spiritual Care, Supported Education, and Vocational Rehabilitation. Treatment Services is the facilitator and coordinator of active treatment and structured activities in the environment that meets the patient’s needs. The primary purpose of this position is to provide clinical supervision and day-to-day supervision to approximately 14 Oregon Health Authority licensed and nationally credentialed as Art Therapist Registered (ATR), Art Therapist Registered-Provision (ATR-P), Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC), Registered Dance/Movement Therapists (R-DMT), or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS). This position supervises Art and Dance/Movement provisional clinicians working towards license and/or national board-certified, specifically Art Therapist Registered (ATR-P) and Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT). These programs provide services for over 650 patients on 2 campuses (Salem and Junction City). This position works closely with clinical programme managers that provide clinical oversight to specific disciplines including the Occupational Therapists, vocation and education services, spiritual services, and treatment mall administrators.

As a clinical supervisor to these staff, this position must be held by a person with one of the following credentials: ATR-BC, MT-BC, CTRS, BC-DMT as well as the required state licensure and credential to practice the specific clinical discipline in Oregon. This position will also engage with hands on clinical treatment as they engage in and evaluate clinical practices. This position may occasionally involve work in clinical areas where patients are experiencing dysregulation. While such situations are rare for staff, the role includes participating in clinical environments where established safety protocols are followed.

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy or Recreation Therapy OR a Master’s degree in Art Therapy or Dance/Movement Therapy.
• Current Oregon license in Art or Music Therapy (If this is your primary discipline).
• Out-of-state candidates may obtain this within first 6 months of hire.
• Registered and Certified by the ATCB (Art Therapy Credentials Board), ADTA (American Dance Therapy Association), the CBMT (Certification Board for Music Therapists) OR by the NCTRC (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification)
• Current Oregon Driver license.
• Out-of-state candidates may obtain this within first 6 months of hire.

• 2 or more years of experience supervising clinical staff outside of your own licensure.
• Experience creating operational efficiencies within a continuum of care delivery system.
• Prior experience providing direct patient care, while supervising a clinical team.
• Current or former responsibility maintaining compliance standards within a healthcare setting.
• Advanced clinical experience in a Trauma care setting.
• Commitment to goal-oriented leadership, while developing and maintaining an equitable and collaborative work environment, reflective of the Oregon State Hospital values.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, while maintaining patient care and safety standards.

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 10 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

This announcement is for 1, full time, permanent, management service Associate Director of C.A.R.T. position (Classification: Clinical Rehabilitation Manager 1 based in Salem, Oregon. This is an on-site position. "Review Section 4: Working Conditions" in the position description (linked above) for more information. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position. We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

OHA provides reasonable accommodation under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

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