Behavioral Health Center Manager--B

State of Louisiana

$67K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in social science, health or human services, or health administration plus four years of relevant experience; OR a doctorate or medical degree with three years of experience.
  • Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker is encouraged.
  • Experience in managing outpatient clinics is preferred.
  • Knowledge of CARF standards is advantageous.
  • Experience with budget development and monitoring is required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the clinic's operations and ensure quality care delivery.
  • Plan and implement programs for outpatient treatment and community support.
  • Conduct staff development and general meetings to address clinic operations.
  • Monitor adherence to agency policies providing consultation on complex cases.
  • Represent the agency in the community and support regional behavioral health operations.

Benefits

  • Eligible for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program up to $50,000 for initial 2-year full-time clinical practice.
  • Opportunity to work in an approved National Health Service Corps site.
  • Engagement in meaningful community health initiatives.
  • Supportive environment for professional development and training.
Full Job Description
Salary : $5,583.00 - $10,062.00 Monthly
Location : Monroe, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: NEDHSA-223489-BHCMB-71526-AM
Department: LDH-Northeast Delta Human Services Authority
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority is seeking a Behavioral Health Center Manager--B to oversee the operations within a behavioral health clinic. The incumbent of this position provides both supervisory and clinical services. This role promotes, directs, and supervises the effective operation of a behavioral health clinic, assuring that it meets the needs of the consumers, their families, and the public by utilizing all available resources. The clinic manager is responsible for assuring the clinic's continued transition and adherence to the Integrated Care Model.
Applicants with licensure as either a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

A master's degree in a social science, health or human services, or health administration field plus four years of experience in health services, social services, nursing, or counseling; OR

A doctorate in a social science, health or human services, or health administration field, or a medical degree plus three years of experience in health services, social services, nursing, or counseling.
Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:
  • Works as a part of a treatment team to provide quality care and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health (mental health or substance use) treatment.
  • Directs, plans, and implements the programs serving the outpatient needs of the region's consumers, including outpatient treatment services, community support programs, interaction with courts, quality control programs, and consultation and education.
  • Administers clinic programs and identifies staff developmental needs. Also, conducts supervisory and general staff meetings to discuss operational factors, billing, personnel matters, and technical problems regarding the clinic.
  • Interprets, implements, and monitors agency policy and provides consultation to clinical staff regarding complex cases, and serves as the compliance officer to intervene regarding management of care.
  • Represents NEDHSA in the community at large and participates in and organizes committees that plan, develop, and/or monitor regional behavioral health operations. Also, oversees the effective operation and accessibility of MICC.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Demotion, Lateral Transfer, or Detail to Special Duty
Location: Monroe Integrated Care Clinic
Compensation: NEDHSA is a designated approved National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site. Clinicians who work at NHSC-approved sites are eligible to apply to the NHSC Loan Repayment Program to pay off student loans.
  • 2-year Full-Time Clinical Practice: NHSC will pay up to $50,000* for an initial 2 years of full-time clinical practice to clinicians.
(Full-time clinical practice is defined as no less than 40 hours per week, for a minimum of 45 weeks per year.)

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Ms. Janesia Raybon, MPA
Human Resources Director A
Northeast Delta Human Services Authority
2513 Ferrand Street
Monroe, LA 71201
318-362-4237 (office)

01

Do you possess a master's or doctoral degree in a social science, health or human services, or health administration field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

If you answered yes to the previous question, please list the degree as it appears on your transcript. If you answered no, please list N/A.
03

How many years of experience do you have in both Mental Health and Addiction?
04

Have you ever managed an outpatient clinic?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you have experience with and knowledge of CARF standards? If yes, please provide a detailed explanation of your experience.
06

Do you have any supervisory experience? If so, how many years
07

Please advise of your experience with developing budgets and monitoring expenditures.
08

Do you have experience in review of documentation, treatment planning, project management and/or staff performance? If so, please explain.
09

Describe your experience in developing quarterly/annual reports and presentations.
10

Do you have any special certifications in healthcare provision, training, or your area of specialty? If so, please explain.
11

Are you proficient/knowledgeable in software programs, electronic health records, data entry, and/or data collection? If so, please explain.
12

What type of independent licensure (e.g. LPC, LCSW, etc.) do you have? If you do not have any licensure, please type N/A
Required Question

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