PsychPlus is redefining access to high-quality behavioral healthcare by partnering with health systems, hospitals, employers, and communities to deliver innovative psychiatric services. As one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in the country, we're expanding our impact through strategic partnerships, clinical excellence, and policy leadership.
We're seeking an experienced Vice President or Director of Government Relations to lead our government affairs strategy, strengthen relationships with policymakers, and advocate for policies that improve access to behavioral healthcare across the communities we serve.
Position Summary
The Vice President/Director of Government Relations will develop and execute PsychPlus' government relations strategy at the federal, state, and local levels. This executive will serve as the organization's primary liaison with government officials, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and key stakeholders to advance legislative and regulatory priorities that support our mission.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience navigating healthcare policy, reimbursement, Medicaid/Medicare programs, behavioral health legislation, and government affairs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute PsychPlus' government affairs and public policy strategy.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, regulatory agencies, and healthcare organizations.
- Monitor federal and state legislation, regulatory changes, and reimbursement policies impacting behavioral healthcare.
- Advocate for policies that improve access to psychiatric and behavioral health services.
- Represent PsychPlus before government agencies, legislative committees, and industry associations.
- Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives involving healthcare policy and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with legal, compliance, operations, and clinical leadership on regulatory matters.
- Prepare policy briefs, legislative updates, executive summaries, and stakeholder communications.
- Identify government funding opportunities, grants, and strategic partnerships.
- Coordinate advocacy efforts with healthcare coalitions and professional organizations.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in government relations, healthcare policy, public affairs, or legislative affairs.
- Strong understanding of federal and state healthcare regulations.
- Experience working with Medicaid, Medicare, CMS, or state health agencies.
- Proven success influencing healthcare policy and building relationships with policymakers.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to analyze complex legislation and communicate policy implications to executive leadership.
Preferred
- Experience in behavioral health, mental health, healthcare services, or health systems.
- Master's degree, MPA, MPH, JD, or related advanced degree.
- Experience working with healthcare associations or government agencies.
- Knowledge of value-based care, telehealth regulations, and behavioral health reimbursement.
Why Join PsychPlus?
- Competitive salary of $130,000–$150,000 annually
- Hybrid work environment
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Opportunity to shape behavioral healthcare policy on a national scale
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This position is listed as full time and hybrid.