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How much do director of risk management jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of risk management in Georgia is $120,903.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,100.00 and $141,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Of Risk Management vs Risk Analyst?

AspectDirector Of Risk ManagementRisk Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, Risk Management certifications)Bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, or related field
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, overseeing risk policies and teamsData analysis, risk assessment, supporting risk management strategies
Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, financial institutions, insurance companiesCommon in finance, insurance, and corporate sectors

The Director Of Risk Management focuses on strategic oversight and leadership in risk policies, while the Risk Analyst handles data analysis and risk assessment tasks. Both roles are essential in risk management but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Director Of Risk Management job openings in Georgia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 84% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,903 per year, or $58.1 per hour.
Director of Risk Management

Director of Risk Management

Acadia Healthcare

Riverdale, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Acadia Healthcare rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 183 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

707th of 864 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Overview
Riverwoods Behavioral Health System is looking for an experienced Director of Risk Management to join our team!
Riverwoods Behavioral Health System is looking for an experienced Director of Risk Management to lead our facility's risk management efforts and ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. In this leadership role, you will oversee the implementation of a comprehensive risk management program, collaborate with multiple departments to assess and mitigate risks, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. The Risk Director will lead incident investigations, manage compliance with regulations, and develop proactive strategies to prevent harm and potential liabilities.
Riverwoods Behavioral Health System is located in Riverdale, Georgia, which is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The facility is a respected provider of comprehensive programming for adolescents, adults, and seniors of all genders who are struggling with mental health concerns and substance use disorders. Treatment at Riverwoods Behavioral Health System may include detoxification, inpatient care, and outpatient services. We are seeking a Director of Quality and Accreditation to join our team.
Riverwoods Behavioral Health Hospital offers an extensive array of benefits to our valued team members. Current offerings encompass:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage
    Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Discount Program
  • Paid Holidays for work-life balance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement opportunities for career advancement

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Plan, organize, direct, and oversee all aspects of risk management activities. Promote a safe environment for the protection of patients, clients, employees, and visitors to the facility in such a manner as to comply with laws, regulations, and regulatory agencies. Identify risks that could potentially result in harm to patients, staff or visitors or lead to litigation or negative media or various forms of loss.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Implement a robust risk management program throughout the facility.
  • Collaborate and consult with the corporate risk management department.
  • Lead Investigations and analyze actual and potential risks in the facility. Collaborate with the Legal team to assess liability and probability of legal action for potential notification. Implement, educate, and encourage incident reporting per policy throughout the facility.
  • Develop and implement infrastructures and systems that support patient safety.
  • Promote a culture of safety by encouraging incident reporting.
  • Collaborate with employees to streamline the incident reporting process making it more effective and efficient.
  • Collaborate with facility leadership and all departments to monitor and promote compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, state and federal laws, and regulatory agencies
  • Responsible for identifying high-risk areas that could cause harm to persons receiving services, visitors, and employees.
  • Provide staff development, and training related to identifying, reporting, mitigating, and minimizing risk.
  • Collaborate with Patient Advocate to review complaints and grievances to identify potential exposures.
  • Coordinate with facility leadership to establish and implement a Safe Catch Program.
  • Collaborate with QAPI disciplines to complete a Root Cause Analysis for specified events.
  • Establish and lead a Safety Committee that identifies and develops measurable safety initiatives based on facility data that improve the safety culture.
  • Serve as a resource and consultant for risk management activities, performance improvement, policy/procedure development, and compliance initiatives.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:
  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in a clinical healthcare, risk management, business, finance, or a related field required. Master's degree in health information management, nursing, or related field preferred.
  • Two or more years' experience in a risk management position required.
  • One or more years of supervisory experience preferred.
  • Experience with CARF, DEA, Joint Commission, or CMS surveys, as required by service line(s) supported

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • CPHRM Preferred.
  • CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider in the healthcare and hospital industry, based in Franklin, Tennessee, United States. The company is recognised for its commitment to creating a behavioural health network that provides accessible, high-quality treatment options for individuals suffering from mental health issues, addiction, eating disorders, and PTSD. Acadia Healthcare was founded in 2005, with the mission to create a world-class organization that sets the standard of excellence in the treatment of specialty behavioural health and addiction disorders.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Franklin, TN, US

Year founded

2005

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