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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in clinical services, enhancing patient care and developing your team. Oversee staff, manage schedules, and foster positive relationships with stakeholders while ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing our acute inpatient unit, ensuring quality patient care and operational excellence while leading a dedicated team of healthcare professionals in a supportive environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$71K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing wellness in the Alaska Native community through psychological support, addressing mental health needs with a focus on cultural understanding and professional...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead facility operations, ensuring optimal safety and maintenance standards across multiple departments, while managing compliance and team performance in a dynamic healthcare environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Lead transformative care efforts as a Medical Director, overseeing clinical operations and patient services in a collaborative, supportive environment focused on behavioral health and substance use tr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $122K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performance culture by driving HR initiatives that empower employees, enhance productivity, and align talent strategies with organizational goals for success...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $122K *

Champion HR initiatives to foster a high-performance culture that enhances talent acquisition, retention, and employee development, aligning goals with organizational growth within a premier mental he...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's fostering a high-performance culture in HR leadership. Drive talent strategies, enhance employee experience, and align human capital initiatives to support operational goals in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K *

Redefine public health leadership by managing district operations, overseeing health programs, and engaging with community leaders to improve health outcomes for residents while ensuring efficient adm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform public health funding strategies by leading complex grant development initiatives and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to secure vital resources for Boston's programs and services...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $115K *

Empower progress at a thriving senior living community by leading nursing operations, ensuring high-quality resident care, staffing management, and compliance with healthcare regulations, while foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $101K *

Drive the delivery of effective clinical programs for diverse populations, ensuring comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder solutions through innovative management and support for both...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the mental health of older adults through comprehensive care, collaboration, and advanced psychiatric practice to ensure optimal outcomes and quality of life...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate mental health support for law enforcement by delivering expert assessments, therapy, and consultation, fostering resilience, emotional health, and career longevity for officers and staff at an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing clinical leadership and trauma-informed care, ensuring quality mental health programming and regulatory compliance while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to prom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $135K *

Unlock leadership potential by providing clinical oversight for community health services, ensuring quality and cost-effective medical care while fostering collaboration between health center teams an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $112K *

Manage clinical operations for forensic psychiatric units, supervising staff and overseeing treatment plans while providing evaluations. Collaborate on restoring competency and promoting safe communit...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Engage as a visionary Chief of Psychiatry, leading both inpatient and outpatient services. Oversee strategic initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Oversee 24/7 nursing operations, ensuring comprehensive care for high-risk patients, guiding and developing staff while implementing effective crisis intervention strategies and maintaining safety pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Join a team that's reshaping crisis intervention by providing essential nursing leadership. Oversee nursing operations, support high-risk patients, and foster a collaborative work environment in a rew...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team leading forensic psychology professionals, overseeing operations, compliance, and quality to enhance client outcomes in a justice-focused environment. Drive performance assessment...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee clinical and case management functions, ensuring best practices and compliance with regulations while fostering an inclusive workplace culture and developing staff through leadershi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality home health services while leading and supporting skilled personnel. You will coordinate patient care, implement policies, and foster community relatio...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $160K *

Explore your potential in providing exceptional mental health care to diverse patients. Collaborate with expert teams to craft personalized treatment plans and drive positive change in a supportive en...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform the future of clinical services by leading evidence-based treatment initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic team dedicated to pat...

Today

  •   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.