DescriptionAre you ready to shape the future of behavioral health services across a national organization?
If so, Devereux is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking National Director of Behavioral Health Services to help shape and strengthen the delivery of behavioral health services across our organization.
Reporting to the SVP, Chief Medical & Clinical Officer, this executive leadership role partners with Center leaders nationwide to advance evidence-based practices, support clinical excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive positive outcomes for the individuals and families we serve.
As a member of the National Leadership Team, you'll help guide the future of Devereux's behavioral health services, support strategic growth initiatives, and promote innovative approaches that enhance quality, safety, and service delivery across multiple programs and service lines.
This is a unique opportunity to make an impact on a national scale while working alongside a team of dedicated clinical and operational leaders.
We offer:
- Competive Compensation:
- Executive-level leadership opportunity with national influence
- The ability to shape clinical strategy and service delivery across multiple programs
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary leaders and subject matter experts
- Opportunities to drive innovation in behavioral health, quality outcomes, and workforce development
- Professional visibility through conference presentations, publications, research, and industry partnerships
Student loan repayment assistance: through our ASCEND Career Accelerator Program also featuring, tuition support, professional coaching, and career development opportunities. Learn more HERE!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage
Financial Wellness & Support: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and contribution, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
In this role, you:
- Partner with Centers across the organization to support the implementation of evidence-based practices and ensure program model fidelity
- Provide clinical consultation and guidance to Center leadership teams
- Develop systems and tools that strengthen quality, safety, compliance, and service delivery
- Identify opportunities to enhance existing services and support strategic growth initiatives
- Lead efforts to maintain consistency and quality during program expansions, mergers, and acquisitions
- Collaborate with Quality Improvement, Information Resources, and operational leaders to advance population health initiatives and technology solutions
- Support the development of clinical training programs and workforce development initiatives
- Promote employee resiliency and a positive workplace culture grounded in servant leadership
- Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Represent Devereux through professional presentations, industry events, research initiatives, and publications
- Provide consultation on complex clinical and programmatic matters across the organization
Qualifications
Education: Doctoral degree in Professional Psychology, Doctor of Medicine with Board Eligibility/Certification in Psychiatry, or Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work
Experience:
- Minimum of five years of senior leadership experience for Clinical Social Work professionals or three years for doctoral-level clinicians
- Extensive clinical, operational, and administrative leadership experience in interdisciplinary treatment settings
- Experience overseeing behavioral health, residential treatment, and community-based programs preferred
- Demonstrated success leading organizational initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and system-wide change
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic leadership skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Power BI preferred
