The Senior Director provides 24/7 strategic and operational leadership for Seattle Children's Mental Health Programs. This includes oversight of the inpatient psychiatric unit, crisis stabilization, consult liaison services, behavior support, and the Emergency Department. The role ensures clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability in alignment with the organization's mission. Provides leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives for services including operations, patient flow, facilities, capital and operating budgets, new service lines or programs, and staffing. Directs and manage contracted services to meet patient and organizational needs. Develops, implement and manage a strategic plan to respond to anticipated trends, changes in treatment, economics, and patient needs. Develops and sustains interdisciplinary relationships, committees, and manage special projects that contribute to program development.
Relocation assistance offered to qualifying external applicants.
Required Education and Experience
Master's degree in social work or other equivalent field (LMHC, LMFT) . Master's degree may be substituted with a Master's in Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field provided the candidate also possesses a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Candidates currently enrolled in a Master's program will be considered. Individual must complete program within three years in the position and maintain solid performance).
Minimum five (5) years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Credentials
Current Washington state LICSW, LMFT, LMHC required within ninety (90) days of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers. Current PEARS or PALS certification will be accepted in lieu of BLS.
Safety Care certification (internal training) required within three (3) months of hire and annually thereafter.
Preferred
Five (5) years of management experience in health care setting.
Advanced organizational, oral and written communication skills.
Compensation Range
$213,226.00 - $319,840.00 per year
Salary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors
Benefits Information
Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
