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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$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care within an inpatient behavioral health unit. Lead clinical and administrative staff to maintain high standards of care, oversee policy implementat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing behavioral health services for children and adolescents. Drive strategic growth, operational excellence, and community partnerships while ensuring trauma-informed care and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $85K *

Lead the delivery of addiction recovery and mental health services, overseeing treatment programs and staff supervision, while ensuring compliance with policies and exceptional care for clients and fa...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K *

Unlock your potential by leading mental health services and shaping patient care at a thriving agency. Manage a diverse team to drive quality and compliance while building meaningful community relatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the HR landscape in behavioral health by developing scalable systems, enhancing workplace culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance to drive organizational growth and employee engagement e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $173K *

Architect robust behavioral health strategies and lead innovative programs to enhance clinical integration, compliance, and member experiences in a hybrid work environment—impacting lives across Medic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $99K *

Transform operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure high-quality care in a 16-bed facility, adhering to regulatory standards while fostering resident independence and well-being through compreh...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $124K *

Tackle the complexities of managing ethical compliance in a dynamic behavioral health environment by leading strategic initiatives, overseeing audits, and fostering awareness of best practices to ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead transformative behavioral services for youth, ensuring effective treatment delivery and program excellence within a multidisciplinary team. Engage patients in therapeutic practices to enhance fun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $124K *

Transform compliance and ethics in behavioral health by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory adherence, and fostering a culture of integrity across all operations, enhancing service deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing integrated behavioral health care management services. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance member outcomes and address social determinants of health in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Champion integrated care for adults facing mental health challenges. Oversee clinical protocols and ensure quality, compliance, and innovative treatment strategies. Lead and collaborate with diverse t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to excellence in patient care by leading clinical services, supervising a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and implementing effective treatment strategies to...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $130K *

Drive impactful behavioral health services as a clinical leader. Collaborate across departments to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care, while fostering equity and operational excellence in comm...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and oversee behavioral health services, ensuring quality care and operational efficiency for diverse populations. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff while providing...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Oversee and elevate clinical programs, ensuring best practices and patient-centered care in a supportive treatment environment. Lead staff, enhance productivity, and collaborate to provide therapeutic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $190K *

Champion a state-based mental health practice, leading operations and a diverse clinical team. Drive patient access and quality care for thousands of children, while maintaining a strong connection to...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence in nursing operations, while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Collaborate with teams to enhance outcomes, manage resources, and uphol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Join a team that drives behavioral health improvement through patient-centric care, providing goal-focused therapy, crisis intervention, and comprehensive treatment plans. Collaborate with a diverse t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Pioneer in delivering high-quality behavioral health support, conducting assessments and therapy while coordinating complex patient care. Engage with patients, provide crisis intervention, and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Lead the way in delivering exceptional behavioral health support, providing timely interventions, crisis counseling, and effective therapies. Collaborate with a dedicated team to improve patient outco...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Engage with patients by delivering high-quality behavioral support through brief interventions, assessments, and goal-oriented therapy. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient out...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Join our mission to enhance community health by providing essential behavioral care. Engage in patient assessments, therapy, and crisis interventions while collaborating with a diverse healthcare team...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving behavioral health services. Oversee program operations, compliance, and community partnerships to deliver integrated care in alignment with CCBHC standards an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Inspire clinical excellence as you oversee behavioral health services, ensuring effective evaluations and interventions for detainees, while managing staff and enhancing care quality within a multidis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.