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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$95K - $115K *

Drive high-quality clinical operations by leading evidence-based practices, supporting integrated healthcare initiatives, and enhancing workforce capacities. Collaborate across departments to ensure p...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic clinical frameworks and operational excellence in outpatient behavioral health. Oversee high-performing teams while enhancing quality initiatives and ensuring comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform outpatient behavioral health by leading clinical teams and programs, ensuring quality care and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives and foster community collaborations to enhance client o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing behavioral health services through effective program management, operational supervision, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care delivery in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of behavioral health by leading teams, enhancing patient care, and implementing policies that drive clinical excellence and operational efficiency while promoting a supportive env...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $115K *

Drive clinical excellence and operational performance while mentoring a high-performing team. Shape clinical outcomes and business success through strategy, accountability, and a commitment to quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $115K *

Shape the future of clinical services as a leader in operational excellence, team development, and strategic growth. Drive clinical outcomes and mentor a high-performing team to elevate care quality w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $179K *

Shape and lead a behavioral health department, integrating care with primary services while managing operations and strategic direction for the MAT program, ensuring high standards of quality and comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Engage healthcare systems and community partners to strengthen referral networks, drive growth, and enhance patient care through collaborative initiatives and strategic relationship management within...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team driving clinical partnerships and referral development within the healthcare sector. This role enhances communication with community stakeholders to improve patient care and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $120K *

Elevate the standards of psychiatric care as you oversee a dynamic team, ensuring patient-centered nursing practices in compliance with regulations within a secure treatment program designed for adult...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead strategic outreach initiatives to build partnerships and drive growth. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance service awareness, improve referral processes, and ensure optimal clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving healthcare access by managing and negotiating contracts with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial payors, ensuring excellent service delivery and revenue cycle support for a g...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Transform outpatient services by leading operations, improving clinical care, and driving team performance. Ensure compliance and address client needs through effective oversight and innovative progra...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Champion HR excellence by providing comprehensive support, driving engagement, and managing employee relations. Collaborate on performance and retention strategies while integrating effectively during...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K *

Drive impactful behavioral health services by leading outpatient programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering community relationships while overseeing a dedicated team of professionals in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Join a dynamic healthcare team as you lead nursing operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while mentoring staff and enhancing operational efficiency in a supportive environment...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional behavioral health services by leading compliance, program direction, and team development across multiple sites while ensuring optimal patient outcomes and regulatory adherence fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $105K *

Join a team that supports transitioning individuals from incarceration, providing crucial behavioral health assessments and therapy to enhance recovery outcomes in a collaborative, multidisciplinary e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Elevate your leadership skills by supervising crisis responders and ensuring effective mental health services. Manage a team while coordinating assessments and administrative operations to drive quali...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Lead and supervise crisis responders in executing mental health services, ensuring compliance with protocols and enhancing client support systems. Foster collaboration across care teams to provide com...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $140K *

Drive the success of a high-performing clinical team, delivering evidence-based behavioral health services while fostering collaboration with interdisciplinary partners to enhance patient care and com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $140K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic clinical team to deliver comprehensive, person-centered behavioral health services, ensuring clinical excellence and fostering community engagement through integrated care a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Lead a multidisciplinary behavioral health team, balancing clinical and administrative duties. Provide expert guidance to clinicians while ensuring high standards of care and collaboration with interd...

3 weeks ago

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

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.