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.

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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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$236K - $449K *

Champion medical excellence by guiding quality management, utilization, and patient care initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance clinical outcomes while ensuring compliance with accreditation a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$206K - $413K *

Drive clinical leadership in behavioral health, overseeing management processes and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care, optimize utilization strategies, and ensure compliance with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Empower a team of behavioral health providers to deliver exceptional care while driving clinical quality and optimizing patient experiences in a dynamic, fully remote environment. Lead with empathy an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$307K *

Champion a multidisciplinary medical team to enhance community mental health services. Oversee quality care, implement innovative practices, and drive initiatives for effective interventions and suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Lead the development and implementation of innovative behavioral health strategies, collaborating across departments to enhance care access and quality, while analyzing data to drive impactful changes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Empower clinical excellence in behavioral health by guiding innovative strategies, ensuring quality care, and enhancing collaboration across teams in a dynamic, managed care environment, ultimately im...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $385K *

Lead the charge in enhancing behavioral health strategies and compliance, providing clinical consultation and oversight to ensure high-quality care and outcomes within a collaborative healthcare envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$223K - $313K *

Join a team that's redefining behavioral health care with your medical expertise. Drive clinical decision-making in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. Eleva...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing virtual outpatient services, driving growth and operational excellence across multiple program tracks while fostering a high-quality client experience in a dynamic healthc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer impactful research and program practices, driving performance analysis and strategy development while overseeing reporting and execution of key clinical initiatives within a remote, collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive quality behavioral health outcomes by providing clinical leadership, standardizing policies, and implementing integrated care programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance service efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $135K *

Join a team that leads the behavioral health utilization review process, ensuring high-quality care for members while managing a skilled team. Play a crucial role in compliance, performance monitoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $105K *

Manage a dedicated behavioral health team to provide clinical support to members, develop care plans, and facilitate transitions of care for individuals with serious mental illness or substance use di...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $250K *

Lead innovative clinical management initiatives to enhance healthcare quality, ensuring compliance with all regulations while managing utilization trends and overseeing medical necessity reviews in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $170K *

Drive impactful healthcare solutions by managing projects, enhancing client relations, and leading teams in delivering high-quality consulting services. Collaborate on strategic planning and business...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $113K *

Reimagine fiscal strategies by analyzing a $2.6B behavioral health budget. Collaborate with leadership to shape Medicaid policy, implement initiatives, and optimize resources, while fostering a cultur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Elevate clinician support and operational leadership while ensuring high-quality care compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance training, supervision, and quality assurance for optimal client outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$312K - $405K *

Engage in providing culturally competent psychiatric care remotely in high-stakes environments. Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver evidence-based treatment to patients in acute crisis across...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$312K - $405K *

Shape the future of mental health care by providing compassionate, evidence-based support to patients in crisis across diverse settings, using innovative telehealth technology within a collaborative a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$312K - $405K *

Join a dynamic team of virtual Psychiatrists providing culturally sensitive, evidence-based care to patients in crisis. Collaborate with onsite professionals and access support 24/7 to address critica...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$312K - $405K *

Transform the landscape of telepsychiatry by providing critical, culturally sensitive care to patients in acute crisis remotely, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure timely and effective trea...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$312K - $405K *

Engage in impactful psychiatric care by evaluating and treating patients in crisis across various virtual settings. Collaborate with professionals to provide culturally competent interventions and uti...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative research methodologies, leading impactful evaluations and studies. Collaborate closely with clients and teams to deliver and present findings that drive decision-making in public he...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.