Hybrid Director of Behavioral Health Programs

at Pacific Health Group

• Job title: Director of Behavioral Health Programs
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Los Angeles County, United States

About the role

• Director level position at Pacific Health Group leading Behavioral Health Programs within integrated care model. Overseeing programs, compliance, and achieving measurable outcomes for underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of all Behavioral Health programs.
• Integrate Behavioral Health services with ECM, Community Supports, Street Medicine, and care coordination programs.
• Develop and execute strategic growth initiatives aligned with managed care partnerships.
• Oversee clinical quality metrics, performance indicators, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Direct staffing models, productivity benchmarks, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and managed care regulations.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing clinical and administrative leaders.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Active clinical license in good standing (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, PhD, or equivalent), where applicable.
• Minimum of two (2) years of current experience serving as a Director overseeing an active Behavioral Health program.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports
• Demonstrated expertise in program operations, budget oversight, regulatory compliance, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health billing, payer models, and value-based care environments.
• Experience in integrated care or multi-site program management.
• Experience within CalAIM, ECM, Community Supports, or Medicaid-based models.
• Proven track record of program growth and measurable clinical outcomes.
• Experience serving diverse and underserved populations.

Benefits

• 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Time; 11 paid holidays per year (including birthday); 4 paid volunteer hours per month; Bereavement leave (including fur babies).
• 90% employer-paid employee-only medical benefits; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Short-term & long-term disability, AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match; Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Employee discount programs and quarterly in-person events.