Director Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to make a lasting impact? At LFCS , we’re driven by 156 years of history and an unwavering commitment to empowering children and families to overcome life’s toughest challenges. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a mission that transforms lives and helps build brighter futures—today and tomorrow.

If you’re passionate about doing meaningful work and want to be a part of something truly impactful, this is your opportunity to make a difference every day. Come work with us and experience the fulfillment of knowing your efforts directly help shape a better world for those who need it most.

The Director of Behavioral Health will develop and implement strategic plans to drive the success and growth of our behavioral health programs. This position is responsible for identifying and pursuing new service lines, partnerships, and market expansion opportunities while ensuring all behavioral health services meet organizational, financial, and compliance objectives. Additionally, the Director will foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability, manage budgets, and lead a high-performing team of behavioral health professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong business acumen, a deep understanding of behavioral health services, and the ability to balance clinical expertise with financial and operational management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement strategic plans for behavioral health programs to meet organizational goals and drive growth.
• Program Expansion : Identify and pursue growth opportunities, including new service lines, partnerships, and market expansion, to increase the reach and impact of behavioral health services.
• Financial Management : Manage budgets for behavioral health programs, ensuring financial performance aligns with organizational objectives. Conduct cost analyses, forecasting, and revenue cycle management to enhance profitability.
• Collaboration with Finance : Work closely with finance teams to optimize payer relationships, reimbursement strategies, and ensure financial sustainability of the behavioral health program.
• Cultural Leadership : Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation within the department to enhance service delivery and employee engagement.
• Team Development : Recruit, mentor, and retain a high-performing behavioral health team, fostering professional growth and a supportive work environment.
• Stakeholder Relations : Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and regulatory agencies. Represent the organization in public forums and with community partners to advocate for behavioral health initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all behavioral health programs comply with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, as well as adhere to accreditation standards.
• Risk Management : Maintain policies and procedures that uphold compliance, risk management, and best practices in the delivery of behavioral health services.

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Benefits :

If you are ready to join an organization that values its employees and is dedicated to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply at : https : / / lfcsmo.org / We look forward to seeing how you can contribute to our mission and help us continue making a positive impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.