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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioral health director in Renton, WA is $130,449.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,400.00 and $143,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Behavioral Health Director oversees the delivery of mental health and substance abuse services within an organization, such as a hospital, clinic, or community health center. They manage staff, develop and implement policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and coordinate care to improve patient outcomes. In addition, they may be responsible for budgeting, program evaluation, and developing community partnerships to expand access to behavioral health services. Their leadership ensures that clients receive high-quality, evidence-based care in a supportive environment.

What does a Behavioral Health Director do?

As a behavioral health director, your primary responsibilities are to coordinate daily operations, make mental health care program decisions, and supervise staff. You may be asked to develop and plan services to improve the quality of life for clients, answer patient questions, offer resources to help patients master goals and skills, coordinate work schedules, provide training, and complete administration duties. You may work closely with substance abuse programs, social service agencies, mental health agencies, and individual psychologists and nurses to provide a high level of care and meet industry and legal standards.

What are some common challenges a Behavioral Health Director faces when managing multidisciplinary teams?

Behavioral Health Directors often oversee teams composed of clinicians, case managers, social workers, and administrative staff, each with unique perspectives and priorities. A common challenge is fostering effective communication and collaboration across these disciplines while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining high-quality patient care. Balancing administrative duties, such as budgeting and policy development, with the needs of both staff and clients also requires strong organizational and leadership skills. Directors who encourage open dialogue and provide ongoing training typically create more cohesive and resilient teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Behavioral Health Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Behavioral Health Director, you need advanced clinical training in psychology or social work, a relevant graduate degree, and licensure in behavioral health. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analysis tools, and regulatory compliance frameworks is typically required. Outstanding leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills help drive effective teams and foster a supportive environment. These competencies are essential for ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory adherence, and organizational success in behavioral health settings.
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Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Director job openings in Renton, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,449 per year, or $62.7 per hour.

Program Director - Family & Youth Behavioral Health

Auburn, WA • On-site

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$75 - $95/hr

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Posted 8 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Family and Youth Program Manager oversees the daily operations of the Family and Youth Behavioral Health Program, an outpatient mental health and chemical dependency treatment facility. This role provides clinical supervision for both the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health (MH) teams, and requires prior residential treatment experience, as it includes supervisory responsibilities for the Sacred House girls' youth residential home. The manager will develop and implement culturally relevant treatment services for Native American youth and families, and ensure the program meets the needs of the Muckleshoot community

*Position requires dual licensure in both a Mental Health Professional (LMHC, LICSW, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist) and a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in the State of Washington.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

Staffing & Recruitment:

  • Identifies staffing needs and oversees recruitment and development for mental health and chemical dependency positions within the program.

    • Training & Performance Management:

  • Trains, monitors, and evaluates the daily performance of professional and non-professional staff. Provides appropriate feedback and documentation.

    • Clinical Supervision:

  • Provides clinical supervision for both the SUD and MH teams, ensuring collaborative and effective treatment approaches across disciplines. Supervises a team of Youth Mental Health Therapists and SUD counselors.

    • Disciplinary Actions:

  • Follows appropriate disciplinary procedures for staff and completes performance evaluations and necessary documentation.

    • Program Development:

  • Assesses the needs of the Muckleshoot community to develop effective treatment modalities and trains staff in culturally relevant and evidence-based practices.

    • Policy & Procedure Creation:

  • Develops and enforces policies and procedures for both outpatient and residential treatment services, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.

    • Counseling Services:

  • Provides a full spectrum of counseling services to Native American youth and families, including individual, family, group, and prevention interventions.

    • HIPAA Compliance:

  • Monitors staff compliance with HIPAA regulations as they pertain to behavioral health services.

    • Team Collaboration:

  • Facilitates clinical and team meetings to ensure a comprehensive and collaborative approach to client care, including participation in clinical case management.

    • Crisis Response:

  • Develops and implements crisis response protocols for the Family and Youth Behavioral Health Program, both outpatient and residential.

    • Client Referrals:

  • Refers patients/clients to other appropriate treatment resources in the community (e.g., substance abuse treatment, CPS, medical, psychiatry).

    • Abuse Reporting:

  • Reports suspected abuse to appropriate agencies (e.g., APS, CPS, law enforcement).

    • Intake & Diagnostic Assessments:

  • Reviews and performs intake and diagnostic assessments of potential clients for both MH and SUD services.

    • Documentation:

  • Ensures all treatment methods, including direct services and follow-ups, are documented accurately.

    • Additional Responsibilities:

  • Employees may be expected to perform a wide range of duties that may not be related to their regular responsibilities, including driving.
  • Because of the Tribe's commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
    • EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION

    Required:

    • Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related behavioral science discipline from an accredited college or university.
    • Minimum of four (4) years of direct clinical experience.
    • At least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience in the behavioral health field.
    • Must be fully licensed as both a Mental Health Professional (LMHC, LICSW, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist) and a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in the State of Washington.
    • Prior experience in residential treatment settings is required, as this role involves oversight of the girls' youth residential home.

    Preferred:

    • Experience working in Native American communities or with culturally diverse populations
    SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

    Skills:

    • Providing leadership through coaching, mentoring, and providing feedback to direct reports; Developing and writing policies and procedures for social service and/or medical facilities; Communicating in both oral and written forms; Mediation and conflict resolution techniques; Evaluating clinical documentation including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, crisis plans, screening tools, and all other required paperwork within the behavioral health field; Utilizing computers for developing documents, recording data, researching, and communicating with staff.

    Ability:

    • Give oral presentations effectively and facilitate various meetings; Provide clinical consultations for staff.

    Knowledge:

    • Co-occurring disorders, trauma symptoms, intergenerational trauma, and evidenced based treatments; Code of ethics, Confidentiality and privacy principles; HIPAA laws/regulations with regard to protected health information (PHI); Childhood development, youth treatment, family therapy interventions, wrap-around services, and residential treatment; Applicable laws and regulations governing chemical dependency and mental health treatment in Washington State; Supervision and management models; Native American culture and how culture pertains to treatment.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    The employee is continually required to hear, frequently required to talk, use hands to grasp, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is required to sit, stand, walk, bend at the waist, and pull/reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move at least 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

    Licenses or Certifications RequiredWA Sate Drivers License. LMHC, LICSW, LMFT or Clinical Psychologist and SUDP
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