Director of Clinical Training (DCT)

University of Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Portland is seeking a Director of Clinical Training to oversee practicum placements and ensure quality clinical training for students in child behavioral health. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree, relevant experience, and a strong background in evidence-based interventions. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and is committed to diversity.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Six years of post-degree experience in relevant fields.
• Licensed or license-eligible in Oregon in behavioral health.
• Formal training in cognitive-behavioral and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee practicum placements and student internships.
• Provide clinical supervision in applied settings.
• Collaborate on curriculum development.

Skills

Expertise in evidence-based interventions

Ability to mentor students

Knowledge of diverse strategies

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in social work or related

Job description

Overview

Department: The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health

Rank: Associate Clinical Professor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins: January 5, 2026. Position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials must include:

• Letter of Interest – Describe your relevant training and experience, including specific details about evidence-based treatments you have used in your own training, clinical practice, or supervision of others.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Complete Contact Information for Three Professional References. The candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Department Summary

The Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon Portland establishes a new national model for behavioral healthcare for children and families by creating a first-of-its-kind undergraduate training program in child behavioral health.

The institute prioritizes the needs of youth who have been historically or persistently underserved and seeks to make real system change by:

• Creating a new mental health profession
• Delivering support in schools and the community
• Training existing youth-serving professionals
• Developing new approaches to support child behavioral health
• Transforming the Pacific Northwest into a national model of thought and action.

Position Summary

The Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon invites applications for a Director of Clinical Training (DCT) to join our clinical faculty. This is a 9-month career faculty position in the clinical professor series, with an additional one-month summer appointment compensated accordingly.

The DCT plays a pivotal leadership role in the Child Behavioral Health Program, overseeing practicum placements, coordinating field-based training experiences, and preparing students for internship and employment in child behavioral health roles. The DCT works closely with the Director of Child Behavioral Health and program faculty to ensure that clinical training is high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive.

As a member of the clinical faculty, the DCT will also:

• Provide clinical supervision to child behavioral health trainees in applied settings (e.g., schools, healthcare, and mental health systems)
• Maintain strong communication and alignment with staff in partner settings
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to youth mental health, aligned with their professional expertise
• Contribute to the preparation of students to deliver evidence-based services and engage effectively with youth and families from diverse backgrounds

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain partnerships with schools, community agencies, and healthcare organizations for practicum placements
• Supervise and mentor students in field placements
• Lead efforts to prepare students for internship and employment, including professional development and licensure pathways
• Collaborate on curriculum development related to clinical training
• Support program evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives

We especially encourage applicants with expertise in evidence-based interventions for youth mental health, including assessment and strategies to reduce disparities in access to care for historically and persistently underserved communities. Experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral parent training, classroom behavior management, school-based mental health, and integrated behavioral health in primary care settings is highly relevant.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or school psychology, social work, or a related behavioral health field; or a master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or a related field
• Six years of post-degree experience aligned with the Institute’s promotion policy, including contributions to teaching, service, scholarship, and professional engagement
• Licensed or license-eligible in Oregon in a relevant behavioral health profession (e.g., clinical psychology, school psychology, counseling, clinical social work)
• Formal training and experience in cognitive-behavioral and behavioral interventions for youth
• Formal training and experience in training or supervising behavioral health providers

Professional Competencies

• Expertise in delivering and/or supervising evidence-based interventions for common child/adolescent behavioral health concerns (e.g., CBT, behavioral parent training, classroom management)
• Demonstrated ability to support students from historically and persistently underserved communities, including students of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and students with disabilities
• Knowledge of effective strategies for working with diverse faculty, staff, students, and community stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines to meet behavioral health needs in educational and healthcare settings
• Commitment to addressing systemic and institutional factors contributing to disparities in child and adolescent behavioral health
• Maintenance of an active Oregon professional license aligned with training

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in school-based mental health and/or integrated behavioral health
• Experience teaching courses aligned with the child behavioral health curriculum
• Experience supervising clinical skill development in inclusive and equitable ways
• Experience with universal behavioral health screening in K–12 schools or healthcare systems

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

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