Senior Director, Mental Health & Programs

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals seeks an experienced mental health administrator to direct and oversee operations across mental health services, ensuring regulatory compliance and program development within a large urban healthcare system.

The role emphasizes leadership in administrative, managerial, and supervisory capacities, with a focus on governance, grant-related activities, and cross-department collaboration to improve patient care outcomes.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid NYSED license and current registration to practice in a mental health discipline.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and monitors operations of healthcare services in areas such as mental health, substance use, and quality assurance to ensure delivery of quality care.
• Directs mental health services ensuring compliance with city, state, and federal regulations in mental health while maintaining efficient psychiatric services.
• Develops methods and procedures for directing, coordinating, and monitoring mental health programs and operations.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities to interpret and apply mental health policies and regulations.
• Represents the System in matters relating to mental health services and maintains liaison with governmental agencies.

Skills

Mental health administration

Regulatory compliance

Policy interpretation

Education

Licensed mental health professional

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals seeks an experienced mental health administrator to direct and oversee operations across mental health services, ensuring regulatory compliance and program development within a large urban healthcare system.

The role emphasizes leadership in administrative, managerial, and supervisory capacities, with a focus on governance, grant-related activities, and cross-department collaboration to improve patient care outcomes.