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.
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.
With job roles paying $100K and higher, Ladders brings you the opportunities you need to grow your career. Start your journey today.
Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing outpatient behavioral health operations while fostering community connections and enhancing program visibility through effective marketing. Oversee staff and provide direct...
5 days ago
Director of Nursing Behavioral Health
$110K - $130K *
Transform healthcare outcomes by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing patient care quality, and fostering physician collaboration in a dynamic behavioral health environment while managing financia...
Yesterday
Behavioral Health Clinician - Embedded Psych Services, Hybrid
$70K - $109K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare, integrating with primary care teams. Collaborate on patient assessments, care plans, and brief interventions for adult populations in...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$85K - $90K *
Champion the delivery of transformative care for Transitional Age Youth in crisis, managing essential programs, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance while facilitating recuperation and progression t...
1 week ago
Director of Medicine, Community Mental Health
$400K *
Drive clinical governance and strategy in psychiatric and medical care as a senior leader. Collaborate across programs to ensure high-quality services and compliance while fostering professional stand...
4 weeks ago
Director of Medicine, Community Mental Health
$400K *
Join a dynamic team providing leadership in medical and health services, enhancing wellness and recovery for chronic mentally ill adults, while ensuring compliance and quality care through a collabora...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$91K - $137K *
Drive strategic leadership in behavioral health nursing, ensuring safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care. Oversee staff and develop policies while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to...
Reposted 1 week ago
Psychiatrist-Outpatient (Behavorial Health Interdisciplinary Program)
$150K - $200K *
Seek to elevate mental health care as you provide a full range of psycho-diagnostic services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, perform evaluations, and deliver therapeutic interventions to di...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Clinical Director (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) - Mental Health 155
$136K - $168K *
Grow your career with impactful leadership in a dynamic clinical environment. Provide clinical supervision, enhance quality improvement, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal...
6 days ago
$93K - $114K *
Provide comprehensive oversight in planning and executing therapeutic recreation programs to enhance client well-being, support staff development, and ensure effective delivery of services in a mental...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform Behavioral Health Services through 24/7 leadership, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care while enhancing employee engagement and clinical outcomes in a collaborative team environment...
3 days ago
Director of Clinical Services/Social Services (DCSS)
$130K - $160K *
Transform the future of clinical and social services by leading, directing, and improving operations. Ensure high-quality care and program delivery while championing a supportive culture for staff and...
2 weeks ago
Director of Nursing, Behavioral Health
$140K - $150K *
Lead transformative nursing strategies in a dynamic psychiatric unit, enhancing patient care, operational excellence, and team collaboration in a mission-driven environment...
1 month ago
Resource Director of Quality - Behavioral Health
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as you lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives across multiple behavioral healthcare sites, ensuring compliance and fostering excellence in clinical care and risk...
6 days ago
Director - Behavioral Science Training (Family Medicine Residency Program)
$80K - $95K *
Inspire the next generation by developing a comprehensive behavioral science rotation for residents. Engage in teaching, supervise real-world interactions, and enhance educational experiences through...
1 week ago
Behavioral Health Clinician - Pediatrics
$91K - $104K *
Empower children and families as a Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinician. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to promote resilience and emotional well-being through therapy and support wit...
Reposted 1 week ago
Medical Director-Pennsylvania Region
$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in providing exceptional psychiatric care and oversight across multiple facilities. Drive clinical excellence while managing a dedicated team in a dynamic healthcare environment for th...
Today
Behavioral Health Data Liaison (MA5/DBHR)
$76K - $103K *
Tackle essential behavioral health data challenges by leading infrastructure improvements, collaborating across divisions, and enhancing data reporting processes to support effective mental health and...
1 week ago
Behavioral Health Data Liaison (MA5/DBHR)
$76K - $103K *
Pioneer behavioral health data initiatives as you enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting processes for improved program effectiveness and stakeholder collaboration across the agency, ensurin...
1 week ago
Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (NP)
$136K - $170K *
Elevate your career by providing essential behavioral health support, conducting assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for a diverse patient populat...
2 weeks ago
BEHAVIOR HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER - 40000732
$67K - $93K *
Join a team that's dedicated to supervising clinical services within a correctional environment, providing support for substance use treatment, and ensuring quality care for individuals in need. Shape...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Director of Behavior Support
$75K - $95K *
Lead behavior support initiatives by directing dedicated teams, overseeing clinical services, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with internal and external providers to deliver high-q...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $220K *
Join a team that's focused on driving outreach and business development. Lead the outreach and alumni teams, cultivate partnerships, and enhance admissions through strategic initiatives and ethical pr...
1 month ago
Clinical Director LMHC LICSW LMFT - Inpatient Acute Facility 266
$103K - $152K *
Lead the charge in shaping clinical operations and enhancing multidisciplinary team performance to ensure top-tier recovery-focused care for individuals facing complex behavioral health challenges...
3 weeks ago
Competency Restoration Services Director
$100K - $120K *
Take ownership of competency restoration programs across multiple locations, providing clinical leadership and strategic direction while ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing operations...
2 days ago
What does a Behavioral Health Director do?
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?
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?
Salaries vary greatly depending on location, the size and type of organization. However, on Ladders, all jobs listed pay $100K or more annually.