Child & Family Services

Director of Behavioral Health

Child & Family Services$80K — $95K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in social work, psychology, or related field from an accredited institution.
  • 6 years of supervisory and administrative experience in Social Work, particularly with families facing child abuse, neglect, and mental health issues.
  • Good standing Hawaii State Licensure is mandatory.
  • Over six years of experience in community or social service agencies.
  • Clinical administrative experience ideally in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations and administrative functions of behavioral health services.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational goals.
  • Facilitate high-quality, participant-centered care delivery.
  • Act as a liaison among clinical staff, participants, and external stakeholders.
  • Manage multiple contracts, large teams, and complex budgets.

Benefits

  • On-call requirement necessitates flexibility and commitment.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on community health.
  • Work in a supportive environment with a focus on quality and compliance.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Director of Behavioral Health is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations, strategic planning, and administrative functions of behavioral health services. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, participant-centered care while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and organizational goals. The administrator acts as a liaison between clinical staff, participants, and external stakeholders, fostering a supportive and efficient environment for both providers and clients

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

  • Master's Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency, social work, psychology, or a related field. Requires knowledge of an advanced type
  • Other: Master's Degree with 6 years of supervisory and administrative experience in Social Work including working with families experiencing child abuse, neglect and mental health issues and in good standing Hawaii State Licensure


EXPERIENCE

  • Over six years
  • Six years post master's supervisory and clinical administrative experience in community or social service agencies


SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Ability and organization to manage multiple contracts, large number of employees, and/or complex budgets. Knowledge of area of program concentration


OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of personal vehicle to transport clients, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
  • This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of agency vehicle to transport clients, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
  • The nature of this position requires the incumbent to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Verification of licensure/certification will be required at time of appointment/hire, and continued employment is contingent on maintaining licensure/certification.
  • This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
  • Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.
  • Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of First Aid classes


About Child & Family Services

Child & Family Services is a non-profit organization that provides a range of services to children and families in Western New York. The organization was founded in 1873 and has since grown to become one of the largest providers of child welfare services in the region. Child & Family Services offers a variety of programs, including adoption and foster care, counseling, and mental health services. The organization is committed to helping children and families in need, and works to promote the well-being of the community as a whole.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1899

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