Regional Program Director

Holcomb-Behavioral-Health-Systems; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans starting at $6.90/month

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Holcomb-Behavioral-Health-Systems is seeking an experienced Regional Director to lead multiple behavioral health programs from our Upper Darby, PA location. You will drive operational excellence, oversee budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide staff development to support high-quality care.

The role focuses on expanding services regionally, building strong community partnerships, and advancing quality improvement initiatives within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health or related field.
• At least 5+ years in behavioral health, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience overseeing mental health and/or substance use programs.
• Licensure is preferred but not required.
• Must meet Pennsylvania background clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple behavioral health programs and leadership teams.
• Develop strategies to improve quality, service delivery, and program growth.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee staffing, performance management, and leadership development.
• Manage program budgets, revenue, and operational performance.
• Build strong partnerships with community organizations, referral sources, and government agencies.
• Champion quality improvement initiatives and positive client outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Budget & finance

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

Job description

Upper Darby, PA | Full-Time | $95,000 - $99,000 (based on experience)

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives through innovative behavioral health, crisis intervention, outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and mobile psychiatric services.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Regional Director to lead multiple behavioral health programs, drive operational excellence, and expand services throughout the region. This leadership role oversees program performance, financial management, compliance, staff development, and strategic growth, ensuring high-quality care for the communities we serve.

What You’ll Do

Lead and support multiple behavioral health programs and leadership teams.

Develop strategies to improve quality, service delivery, and program growth.

Ensure compliance with licensing, contractual, and regulatory requirements.

Oversee staffing, performance management, and leadership development.

Manage program budgets, revenue, and operational performance.

Build strong partnerships with community organizations, referral sources, and government agencies.

Champion quality improvement initiatives and positive client outcomes.

Qualifications

Master's degree in a behavioral health-related field.

5+ years of experience in behavioral health, including 3+ years in a leadership role.

Experience overseeing mental health and/or substance use programs preferred.

Professional licensure is preferred but not required.

Must meet all required Pennsylvania background clearance requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at$6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

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