Director of Behavioral Health

Overview

Salary Range

$110,000 - $120,000

Description

Position Title:

Behavioral Health Director

We are excited to share our employment opportunities for:

• Full-time: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Position Summary:

• Administrative Management: Plan and manage department budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure alignment with public and private funding streams.
• Clinical Oversight: Supervise clinical and treatment staff, review client records, and sign off on clinical documentation to maintain high standards of care.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to state and federal healthcare regulations, confidentiality laws (such as HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2), and grant requirements.
• Staff Leadership: Handle hiring, performance evaluations, training coordination, and staff development plans.
• Community Relations: Represent the organization and collaborate with external stakeholders, such as local courts, social services, and schools

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
• Licensure: Active professional license such as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or equivalent clinical credential.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of clinical and healthcare administration or supervisory experience.
• Skills: Strong organizational leadership, budgeting techniques, regulatory knowledge, and communication skills.