Welcome to Behavioral Health Director Jobs

If you're passionate about leading the charge in promoting holistic wellness and advocating for mental health, the role of Behavioral Health Director could be your next move. Secure high paying Behavioral Health Director jobs right here on Ladders. Exclusive and vetted job listings await you.

Why Behavioral Health Director Jobs?

The role of a Behavioral Health Director is an ideal fit for individuals with a strong interest in mental health and the leadership skills to guide a team of professionals. Directors are responsible for navigating the intersection of clinical needs and administrative management, making the job role both challenging and rewarding.

Unlock Your Potential in Behavioral Health Director Jobs

With job roles paying $100K and higher, Ladders brings you the opportunities you need to grow your career. Start your journey today.

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$108K - $130K *

Elevate housing support services through dynamic leadership of HSSP Programs, ensuring compliance and collaboration with clinical and administrative functions to achieve optimal outcomes for mental he...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $97K *

Drive success in daily behavioral health operations, overseeing clinicians and staff to enhance patient access and care delivery. Collaborate on strategic goals while fostering a positive environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Oversee nursing operations and ensure the delivery of quality patient care while managing a dedicated team in a behavioral health environment. Collaborate with leadership to implement policies and mai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $107K *

Support integrated pediatric care through comprehensive assessments, crisis intervention, and evidence-based psychotherapy, collaborating closely with medical teams to enhance behavioral health outcom...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K *

Elevate patient care by leading nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing collaboration. Drive effective management practices within a dedicated team committed to behavioral health and we...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading strategy, governance, and administration of insurance programs, assessing emerging risks, and managing cross-functional relationships to protect corporate...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence across multiple treatment centers, driving growth and team performance while ensuring compliance and quality patient care. Join a vital mission to transform l...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $97K *

Join us to shape individualized behavioral support for individuals with mental illness and developmental disabilities. Leverage evidence-based interventions, conduct assessments, and enhance quality o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $97K *

Join a dedicated team to develop and implement behavior support plans for individuals with mental illness and developmental disabilities, enhancing their quality of life through data-driven approaches...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $93K *

Optimize patient care by delivering expert occupational therapy evaluations, developing comprehensive care plans, and ensuring regulatory compliance for safety and efficacy in practice...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K *

Help us create a supportive environment for youth by overseeing clinical operations, addressing mental health needs, and leading dedicated staff in transformative therapy programs. Join us in shaping...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality nursing services in a detox facility, ensuring compliance with staffing requirements, overseeing staff operations, and promoting a safe, therapeutic environm...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive behavioral health treatment and ensure adherence to established standards through effective documentation...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $157K *

Pioneer innovative community programs that support youth and families facing mental health and substance use challenges, while managing clinical staff and ensuring compliance with performance standard...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion a comprehensive risk management program, ensuring safety for all and compliance with regulations. Lead investigations and develop strategies to mitigate risks across departments, fostering a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $154K *

Join our dynamic team to oversee comprehensive care systems, ensuring quality support for members in nursing departments. Deliver exceptional psychiatric care while actively participating in our struc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead and inspire a clinical team delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare. Drive program development, ensure quality patient outcomes, and foster a culture of compassionate care while navigating r...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead and inspire clinical teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care by crafting and implementing evidence-based programs. Foster innovation, accountability, and compliance while enhancing sta...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Elevate clinical services by providing strategic leadership, oversight, and innovative program development to ensure exemplary patient care and compliance with regulatory standards across all levels o...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to lead clinical operations at a new behavioral health hospital, ensuring quality care and compliance. Drive program development and foster a culture of innovation among interdisc...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Lead clinical services as a Director, ensuring excellence in patient care through evidence-based programs, effective team management, and collaboration across disciplines while driving continuous impr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead clinical services, ensuring excellence in patient care through evidence-based practices. Drive program development and compliance while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Tackle the leadership of clinical services, driving evidence-based programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability across a multidisciplinary team to enhance pa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Transform lives by delivering comprehensive mental health care through effective assessments, tailored treatment plans, and collaborative interventions that engage patients and families in their thera...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Help us provide sound clinical interventions through assessments, therapy, and collaboration with clinical staff. Your expertise will support patient-centered treatment plans while adhering to ethical...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Behavioral Health Director do?question toggle

    A Behavioral Health Director oversees an organization's mental health program, setting strategy and ensuring the program meets the needs of the community or population it serves.

  • What qualifications are required for a Behavioral Health Director?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by job and employer, but generally, a master's degree in psychology, social work or related field, and several years of experience in mental health are required.

  • What is the typical salary of a Behavioral Health Director?question toggle

    Salaries vary greatly depending on location, the size and type of organization. However, on Ladders, all jobs listed pay $100K or more annually.