Manager of Talent & Workforce Development

Trillium Family Services•Portland, OR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Trillium Family Services, we believe that every child and family deserves the opportunity to thrive. As one of Oregon's leading providers of behavioral health services for children and families, we are committed to building a highly skilled, diverse, and sustainable workforce that advances our mission and strengthens the communities we serve. We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Manager of Talent & Workforce Development to lead workforce pipeline development, clinical supervision systems, and talent partnerships that support the growth and retention of our behavioral health workforce.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work required.
Minimum of two (2) years post-graduate clinical experience required.
Active clinical licensure; LCSW strongly preferred.
Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of leadership experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services.
Experience with clinical supervision, including interns and/or licensure candidates.
Experience with workforce development, training, or professional development programs.
Experience with academic partnerships and internship coordination.
Experience with workforce planning and talent pipeline initiatives.
Strong understanding of state behavioral health regulations, professional licensing requirements, and supervision standards.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and complex initiatives.
Experience developing systems, processes, and programs that support workforce growth and sustainability.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.
Demonstrated acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, identities, and cultures.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Maintain a valid driver's license for state of residence and a driving record acceptable to Trillium Family Services.
When authorized to use a personal vehicle for agency business, maintain required personal automobile insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

LCSW strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Build, implement, and sustain workforce pipeline programs, including internships, practicums, and apprenticeship pathways.
Develop and oversee career advancement pathways (QMHA → QMHP → Licensed Professional).
Establish and maintain partnerships with universities, colleges, workforce boards, training institutions, and community organizations to ensure ongoing talent flow.
Monitor workforce trends, including vacancies, turnover, pipeline conversion rates, and emerging workforce needs.
Identify opportunities to strengthen recruitment and retention through innovative workforce development strategies.
Oversee and expand clinical supervision systems, including intern and practicum supervision, apprenticeship supervision, and licensure supervision pathways.
Increase supervisor capacity through internal development initiatives and training programs.
Develop and implement standards, expectations, and competency-based training for supervisors.
Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing boards, academic program requirements, and organizational standards.
Partner with program and clinical leaders to align staffing models, supervision capacity, and workforce planning efforts.
Support leaders in integrating training and supervision practices into daily program operations.
Collaborate across departments to strengthen workforce sustainability and leadership effectiveness.
Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of workforce development and training initiatives.
Identify barriers to workforce growth and retention, including supervision capacity, funding constraints, and workforce shortages, and develop scalable solutions.
Lead or support strategic initiatives designed to improve recruitment, retention, employee development, and workforce sustainability.
Demonstrate strategic thinking by developing plans that support organizational goals and adapting strategies in response to changing conditions.
Assist with special projects, assignments, reports, and organizational initiatives as needed.