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Trauma Program Director Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Just Compassion EWC

Program Supervisor (HRSN)

Salem, OR · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

This position provides direct supervision to frontline staff, supports program compliance, and ... Apply trauma-informed care, housing-first principles, cultural humility, and participant-centered ...

Serenity RCF

Behavior Support Coordinator

Portland, OR · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Program Director & Executive Director. Pay: 50k - 62k/year. Summary: Want to make a difference ... Lead the facility's understanding in positive behavioral supports, trauma-informed care, diversity ...

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Nexus Family Healing

Clinical Director

Eugene, OR · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Provides program management and administration onsite and within the organization through a trauma-informed care lens. * Develops, grows, and drives clinical programs and programming consistent with ...

Nexus Family Healing

Clinical Director

Eugene, OR · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Provides program management and administration onsite and within the organization through a trauma-informed care lens. * Develops, grows, and drives clinical programs and programming consistent with ...

Nexus Family Healing

Clinical Director

Eugene, OR

$110K - $120K/yr

Provides program management and administration onsite and within the organization through a trauma-informed care lens. * Develops, grows, and drives clinical programs and programming consistent with ...

Work Unlimited, Inc.

Residential Program Manager

Salem, OR · On-site

$3.6K - $4.2K/mo

We are hiring a Residential Program Manager to guide a team of direct support professionals in providing trauma-informed, youth-centered care. If you're ready to lead with integrity, build staff ...

Work Unlimited

Residential Program Manager

Salem, OR · On-site

$3.6K - $4.2K/mo

We are hiring a Residential Program Manager to guide a team of direct support professionals in providing trauma-informed, youth-centered care. If you're ready to lead with integrity, build staff ...

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How much do trauma program director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for trauma program director in Oregon is $115,302.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,900.00 and $123,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Trauma Program Director, and why are they important?

A Trauma Program Director needs comprehensive knowledge of trauma care systems, leadership experience, and typically an advanced clinical degree such as RN, MD, or DO with relevant certifications like ATLS or TNCC. Familiarity with trauma registry databases, quality improvement tools, and accreditation standards (e.g., ACS) is crucial. Exceptional organizational, communication, and decision-making skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure effective coordination of trauma services, compliance with regulations, and optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Trauma Program Directors in managing multidisciplinary teams?

Trauma Program Directors often navigate the complexities of coordinating care among surgeons, emergency physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. Balancing differing priorities, communication styles, and schedules can be challenging, especially in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Additionally, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining continuous quality improvement requires strong leadership and organizational skills. Effective Trauma Program Directors foster collaboration, offer clear guidance, and facilitate regular interdisciplinary meetings to address challenges and streamline patient care.

What is a Trauma Program Director?

A Trauma Program Director is a healthcare professional responsible for overseeing the operation and quality of a hospital's trauma program. This role typically involves coordinating trauma care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing trauma team staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The director works closely with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to optimize patient outcomes and maintain the hospital's trauma center designation. They may also be involved in education, community outreach, and data management related to trauma services.

What is the difference between Trauma Program Director vs Trauma Coordinator?

Trauma Program DirectorTrauma Coordinator
Oversees the entire trauma program, manages staff, develops policies, and ensures compliance with accreditation standards.Supports trauma team operations, assists with data collection, and helps implement trauma protocols under supervision.

The Trauma Program Director typically holds advanced certifications, has leadership responsibilities, and works in hospital administration. The Trauma Coordinator focuses on operational support and data management. Both roles are essential in trauma care, but the director has broader oversight and strategic duties.

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Infographic showing various Trauma Program Director job openings in Oregon as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,302 per year, or $55.4 per hour.
Program Assistant

Program Assistant

MountainStar Family Relief Nursery

Redmond, OR • On-site

$39K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About the Job:
The Program Assistant provides program, community, and facilities support for our organization at the appropriate site. The goal of this position is to support the MountainStar team in providing great services that help strengthen families and keep children safe. This position reports to the Site Program Manager.
Why you want to join us:
You believe that every child deserves the best start possible. You believe that parenting is hard even in the best circumstances. You care about children who have experienced trauma and want to work to support vulnerable families to succeed. You enjoy working with children in a trauma informed workplace and a therapeutic classroom environment. You are motivated to engage with families and offer resources so that families are supported in nurturing their child's emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
About MountainStar Family Relief Nursery:
MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is a local non-profit that has been in Central Oregon for 20 plus years. We are a strength-based child abuse and neglect prevention program to support families with children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. We provide high quality trauma-informed care and services for children and families experiencing high stress. Services include a therapeutic classroom emphasizing social-emotional development, home visits, parenting classes and other full wrap around services.
Our values are:
1. Caring - welcoming, trauma-informed, non-judgmental, family-focused, compassionate, honest, and fun.
2. Collaborative -engaged with clients, supporters, program partners, and communities.
3. Excellence - committed to quality programs, current research, continuous learning, and robust evaluation.
4. Inclusive - seek out and value diverse perspectives, understand and address systemic barriers equitably.
What's in it for you:
MountainStar offers comprehensive compensation and benefit package that includes 100% employer paid medical, vision, prescription, & dental (premium value of $772 monthly), Simple IRA Retirement Plan match up to 3%, vacation & sick pay accrued semi-monthly, 11 paid holidays, Oregon Paid Leave covered in full (employee cost covered by MtStar), Wellness Reimbursement Program, and a Short-Term Disability Plan. MountainStar offers a professional, agile workplace with its primary goal being a workplace of choice. MountainStar offers excellent leadership that works hard to align strategies with the company's mission statement, core values, empower employees' autonomy, provide trauma informed workplaces, a culture of transparency, wellness days, learning and development opportunities. MountainStar was ranked the 100 best nonprofits to work for in 2022 and 2023, based on the survey responses of MountainStar's employees and their work experience.
About the environment:
  • Wellness days and
  • Team Appreciation days
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Continuing education
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
  • Engaging, purposeful, values-based work
  • Meaningful connections
  • Work/life balance
  • Focus on well-being and health
  • Positive, supportive work culture
  • Autonomous schedule

Requirements
About the Role:
  • Work closely with children and families
  • Work with Program Manager on Projects
  • Provide therapeutic care for children 6 weeks to 4 years as needed
  • Provide developmentally appropriate activities
  • Prepare & serve USDA meals following guidelines and record keeping
  • Participate in staffing around family/children's issues as appropriate
  • Work as a team to provide the best care for children and families
  • Cook and Grocery Shopping as needed by Program
  • Transportation support, map routes and transport children and parents via the MtStar van/bus
  • Greeting visitors to the center
  • Intake and store donations as needed
  • Maintain clothes closets and food bank
  • Support other nursery activities as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma)
  • Bilingual Spanish speakers
  • Microsoft Office Suites, Proficiency
  • Previous Office Experience

Physical Demands, Background, Driving and Training Requirements:
  • May work outdoors intermittently with exposure to typical Oregon weather. There may be frequent interruptions, working alone, evening or weekend work, working long hours. Working in a close environment with active children.
  • Must be able to bend, kneel and stand for long lengths of time. In addition, staff must be able to get up and down from playing on the floor with children.
  • Sufficient maturity and stability with good judgment to function in crisis situations
  • Physical stamina. Ability to lift and carry children, donations, and event materials up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to answer phones and direct calls
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation. Clean driving record to drive company vehicles and transport children.
  • Within 60 days of employment must be Pediatric CPR and First aid Certified, have a current food handlers' card, and show proof of completing "Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect," "Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety," "Safe Sleep," and "Prevention is Better than Treatment" courses as required by Oregon Office of Child Care

What You're Skilled At:
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team - conflict resolution skills are beneficial
  • Genuine interest in building knowledge about early childhood brain development, trauma, and other topics relevant to MountainStar's mission
  • Energetic and forward-looking thinker who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
  • Ability to relate sensitively and non-judgmentally with at risk children and families
  • Ability to be dependable and flexible
  • Maintain a professional demeanor with clients, staff, and public always
  • Work tactfully with a diverse population which may include special needs
  • Consistent attendance is essential for both the smooth operation of our programs as well as fostering a sense of stability for the children and families we serve.

Salary Range + Benefits:
This is a 32 hour per week position, starting at $20+/hour depending on experience and qualifications, wage differential if bilingual, plus benefits. To protect confidentiality at MtStar there is a standard procedure requiring at least a 2-year separation between being a program participant and serving as a staff member or volunteer within the organization. All staff and volunteer roles are at the discretion of MountainStar. All positions at the MountainStar Family Relief Nursery are contingent upon the availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
MountainStar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.

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