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Behavioral Health Director

Auburn, CA · On-site

$154K - $190K/yr

Lead and shape integrated behavioral health programs while staying connected to patient care, driving impact for both your team and the community. Salary: $154,500- $190,000 full time annual salary.

Behavioral Health Director

Auburn, CA · On-site

$154K - $190K/yr

Lead and shape integrated behavioral health programs while staying connected to patient care, driving impact for both your team and the community. Salary: $154,500- $190,000 full time annual salary.

Lead and shape integrated behavioral health programs while staying connected to patient care, driving impact for both your team and the community. Salary: $154,500- $190,000 full time annual salary.

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Behavioral Health Director

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Alternatively, an MBA, business, nursing, or related degree with 5-10 years of leadership experience in mental health/substance abuse settings. * Experience in hospital administration? That's a bonus!

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How much do temporary behavioral health director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary behavioral health director in the United States is $115,519.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $127,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Behavioral Health Director vs Behavioral Health Program Coordinator?

AspectTemporary Behavioral Health DirectorBehavioral Health Program Coordinator
CredentialsMaster's degree in psychology, social work, or related field; licensure often preferredBachelor's or master's degree in a related field; certification may be advantageous
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing programs, staff, and operations in healthcare or community settingsSupports program activities, coordinates services, and assists in program implementation
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in healthcare organizations, mental health agencies, and community programsCommonly employed in similar settings to support program delivery and administration

The Temporary Behavioral Health Director typically holds a leadership position with greater responsibilities, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, the Behavioral Health Program Coordinator focuses on supporting program operations and implementation. Both roles are vital in mental health services but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Behavioral Health Director job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,519 per year, or $55.5 per hour.
Behavioral Health Director

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


RHA Health Services rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

We are hiring for:

Behavioral Health Director

Type:

Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

Manages and directs the operations of up to 2 business locations ensuring sustained high quality of care and services to persons with disabilities. The locations will be Lumberton and Laurinburg NC. The Director leads and directs the administrative, clinical, financial, and employee relation functions and implements and enforces compliance with company, state and federal policy.

Job Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership:

  • Creates and communicates a compelling vision that motivates others; conveys the purpose and importance of the corporate vision and mission; links department, team and individual initiatives to those of theorganization
  • Measures staff satisfaction with services and organizational performance and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Maintains a constant focus on efforts to improve performance, quality, and efficiency of work process and services provided.

Financial Performance:

  • Develops, implements, monitors, and analyzes the unit budget.
  • Responsible for managing operational P&L and making decisions based on financial performance
  • Reviews financial reports monthly and involves other unit staff, service users, and personal outcome data in the budgeting, revenue and expenditure process
  • Ensures all billing is accurate and submitted within specified time lines.
  • Reviews receivables monthly to determine needed actions

Strategic Growth:

  • Pursues opportunities for growth and development of new business for RHA.
  • Establishes and maintains good relationships with Local Management Entities (LMEs) and private case managers.

All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a human services field, healthcare management or general business/public administration, required.
  • Graduate degree (MBA or MHA) preferred.
  • Prefer 3-5 years of experiencein prior management positions with comparable responsibly as determined by the corporation.
  • P&L Management Experience
  • Validdriver'slicense including personal vehicle insurance coverage.
  • Must maintain proficiency in professional field if licensure and maintenance of credentials is a part of professional certification.

Pre-employment screening:

  • Complete criminal background
  • Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
  • Drug testing
  • Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
  • Proof of employment history or references (if required)
  • Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

  • Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked,before payday!
  • Employee perks and discount program:to help you save money!
  • Paid Time Off(full-time employees only)
  • Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
  • 401(k)retirement savings program
  • Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
  • Chronic Disease management programs forhypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
  • Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.


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At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Asheville, NC, US

Year founded

1989

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