Executive Director, Behavioral Health Programs

Steps To Recovery; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

401K with company match

HSA/FSA/DSA accounts

Parental leave

Life Insurance

Vision & Dental plans

Career development pathways

Continuing education & certification

Employee referral program

Job summary

Steps To Recovery is seeking an Executive Director to oversee clinical, fiscal, and operational success across multiple care levels in Chester County, PA. The role reports to the Group CEO and guides clinical quality, program integrity, and strategic growth with strong emphasis on patient-centered care.

The Executive Director will supervise Clinical Directors, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive performance across Admissions, UR, Finance, and Clinical teams while fostering a welcoming,

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling or similar field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.
• Licensed in Clinical Social Work or professional counseling in Pennsylvania preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with network support teams and governing body to develop clinical programs and objectives.
• Maintains a culture focused on achieving operational objectives aligned with the program's mission.
• Ensures compliance with licensure, accreditation, contracts, and state/federal laws.
• Leads admissions oversight, ensuring a smooth, customer-focused process.
• Provides supervision to Clinical Directors and reviews clinical care from admission to discharge.
• Leads treatment team meetings and PI initiatives, monitoring KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Customer service

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling or similar field

Job description

Steps To Recovery is seeking an Executive Director to oversee clinical, fiscal, and operational success across multiple care levels in Chester County, PA. The role reports to the Group CEO and guides clinical quality, program integrity, and strategic growth with strong emphasis on patient-centered care.

The Executive Director will supervise Clinical Directors, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive performance across Admissions, UR, Finance, and Clinical teams while fostering a welcoming,