Director Behavioral Health – Mercy South
Find your calling at Mercy! The Director – Behavioral Health is a strategic and functional leader responsible for the overall operational management of behavioral health programs within their scope. This includes responsibility for the business operations and patient care of mental health and behavioral health facilities and programs. The role is responsible for implementation and monitoring of program efficacy, fiscal stewardship of healthcare resources, quality evaluation and improvement, staff competency and performance, engaging effectively with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and program growth and development.
Position Details
- Location: St Louis, MO
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Salary range: $110,000 – $185,000 annually
Education & Qualifications
- Education: Master’s Degree in a related field (e.g., MBA, MHA, MSN, MSW, MPC). Doctoral degree in Behavioral Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in behavioral health management and administration.
- Licensure: Based on background (e.g., RN, LCSW, LPC).
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate degree in Behavioral Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you’ll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
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