Director of Behavioral Services

About the role

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Behavioral Services to provide clinical and administrative leadership for an inpatient behavioral health program. The Director will oversee treatment services, patient safety, regulatory compliance, staffing, financial management, performance improvement, and day-to-day departmental operations. This leader will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and other clinical professionals and will play an active role within the organization's behavioral health and substance use disorder service line. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished behavioral-health leader to assume responsibility for a significant inpatient service line and help shape the future of behavioral health and substance use disorder services within a growing healthcare organization. Located in Ithaca, NY (Finger Lakes Region), the area offers home to Cornell University and Ithaca College, stunning Finger Lakes scenery, waterfalls, and hiking trails, a vibrant arts, dining, and cultural scene, a strong sense of community and excellent