Behavioral Health Director oversees the study and treatment of patients with emotional, mental, or psychological disorders. Develops, implements, and updates strategic initiatives, programs, and services. Being a Behavioral Health Director manages and directs the operations of behavioral health services. Uses knowledge of behavioral health research and trends to ensure the department's practices are up-to-date and effective. Additionally, Behavioral Health Director establishes training programs and supports and supervises staff. Ensures all behavioral health operations comply with clinical guidelines and regulations. Requires an advanced degree in psychology or related field. Typically reports to top management. The Behavioral Health Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Behavioral Health Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Squirrel Hill Health Center (SHHC), a dynamic and growing Federally Qualified Health Center in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a full time Behavioral Health Director.
The Behavioral Health (BH) Director leads the inter-disciplinary behavioral health services at Squirrel Hill Health Center (SHHC); and ensures that the BH program is providing evidenced-based, high quality care. As part of the primary care treatment team, this position participates in development of an integrated behavioral health program as a foundation of primary health services, in addition to supporting all behavioral health staff in clinical skill development and supervision/consultation.
The BH Director may provide direct mental health assessments, treatment, intake, case management, and group/individual/family therapies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITES
Clinical – 50%
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Benefits Offered:
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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