Executive Leader, Behavioral Health & Indigenous Care

Preferra Insurance; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Indian Health Board seeks a seasoned Chief Behavioral Health Officer to provide strategic direction, operational and clinical oversight for outpatient, SUD, and inpatient behavioral health services. The role champions culturally attuned, trauma‑informed care and ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

The CBHO will lead workforce development, budgeting, and integration of behavioral health into the Indigenous Knowledge Informed System of Care, partnering with the

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in behavioral health, with at least three (3) years in a senior or executive management role.
• Experience managing both outpatient mental health and substance use disorder programs.
• Experience with inpatient or residential substance use treatment and 24/7 operations.
• Operational and financial management experience including budget development and fiscal oversight.
• Familiarity with HRSA regulations, UDS reporting, and FQHC operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and planning for all behavioral health divisions.
• Oversee operations of behavioral health departments and ensure licensure and compliance.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Manage budgets, billing, and revenue cycle activities.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop a multidisciplinary behavioral health workforce.
• Serve as a liaison with executive leadership and external partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Clinical excellence

Regulatory & accreditation

Budget & financial oversight

Team leadership & development

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree (PhD, PsyD, MD, DO, or equivalent)

WA State licensure

Independent clinical supervisor qualification

Job description

Seattle Indian Health Board seeks a seasoned Chief Behavioral Health Officer to provide strategic direction, operational and clinical oversight for outpatient, SUD, and inpatient behavioral health services. The role champions culturally attuned, trauma‑informed care and ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

The CBHO will lead workforce development, budgeting, and integration of behavioral health into the Indigenous Knowledge Informed System of Care, partnering with the