Director, Outpatient Behavioral Health

Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Professional Growth & Career Pathing

Executive Mentorship

Competitive Salary & Bonuses

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Generous PTO

Industry-Leading Training & Support

Job summary

Cross Creek Hospital in Austin, TX is seeking a Director of Outpatient Services to lead the PHP and IOP programs, driving clinical excellence and operational performance in a dynamic behavioral health setting.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate-level licensed clinician with 4+ years in behavioral healthcare and 2+ years in operations/management, plus experience with PHP/IOP levels. Competitive salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate-level licensed clinician required.
• Minimum 4 years in behavioral healthcare with 2+ years in operations/management.
• Experience with PHP and IOP levels of care strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and clinical program for PHP and IOP services, including occasional facilitation of groups.
• Achieve business objectives including ADC, visits, revenue, EBITDA, patient retention and satisfaction, and clinical quality outcomes.
• Monitor KPIs regularly and adjust operations to meet goals and ensure continuous improvement.
• Serve as a visible leader with internal stakeholders to drive step-down admissions and advocate for outpatient care.
• Support business development and outreach to enhance brand awareness and direct admissions.
• Coordinate weekly group assignments and sessions to balance clinician workloads and tailor care to patient needs.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic growth initiatives, including expansion planning.

Education

Master’s or Doctorate-level Licensed Clinician (e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD)

Job description

Cross Creek Hospital in Austin, TX is seeking a Director of Outpatient Services to lead the PHP and IOP programs, driving clinical excellence and operational performance in a dynamic behavioral health setting.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate-level licensed clinician with 4+ years in behavioral healthcare and 2+ years in operations/management, plus experience with PHP/IOP levels. Competitive salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits are included.