Director of Behavioral Health

Aviva Family and Children's Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health to lead and oversee all behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and at least 5 years of senior-level experience. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, ensure clinical quality, and represent the department in various forums. This role offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of senior-level leadership experience in behavioral or mental health services.
• Licensed mental health professional preferred (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all behavioral health programs and initiatives.
• Develop and monitor policies to ensure high-quality care.
• Supervise and mentor program managers and key staff.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
• Manage program budgets, contracts, and funding sources effectively.
• Establish partnerships with community agencies and healthcare providers.
• Lead quality improvement efforts using performance data and corrective actions.
• Oversee staff recruitment, training, and professional development.
• Represent the department at board meetings and industry events.
• Prepare regular reports for leadership and funders.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of behavioral health systems

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Public Health, or related field

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Aviva Family and Children's Services | Full time

Director of Behavioral Health

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 08/14/2025

Aviva believes every child and every family in our Los Angeles community deserves the chance for a brighter future. We provide compassionate support, therapeutic services, and guidance to at risk children and families. We work to promote and support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels in the organization.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Behavioral Health to lead and oversee all behavioral health services within our organization. This role will ensure that programs meet the highest standards of clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and community impact. The Director will work closely with senior leadership, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and drive innovation in service delivery to meet the needs of the populations we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all behavioral health programs and initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure high-quality care.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate program managers, clinical supervisors, and other key staff.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
• Manage program budgets, contracts, and funding sources effectively.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies, healthcare providers, and stakeholders.
• Lead quality improvement efforts, analyzing performance data and implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Oversee staff recruitment, training, and professional development.
• Represent the behavioral health department at board meetings, public forums, and industry events.
• Prepare regular reports for executive leadership, funders, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Public Health, or related field (Doctorate preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of senior-level leadership experience in behavioral or mental health services.
• Licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health systems, funding streams, and clinical best practices.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with community partners and government agencies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities