Regional Director - Community Based Behavioral Health Services
About the role
Are you a dynamic leader passionate about making a lasting impact in community mental health? We’re seeking a Senior Director to provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. In this role, you will oversee key programmatic areas, drive initiatives that enhance service delivery, and ensure high-quality care for the communities we serve. Supporting the ACT teams in the following regions: Westmoreland County, Washington and Greene Counties, Indiana and Armstrong Counties, and Beaver County.
Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.
Responsibilities
- Shape the future of ACT services by implementing strategic initiatives and evaluating program effectiveness.
- Lead a dedicated team, managing varying levels of staff to ensure seamless operations and exceptional client care.
- Drive organizational success by overseeing budgeting, forecasting personnel needs, and optimizing resources.
- Innovate and improve services through continuous program evaluation and data‑driven decision‑making.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a generally recognized clinical discipline including, but not limited to, psychiatry, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, or activity therapies.
- 3+ years of clinical experience working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
- 2+ years of administrative/supervisory experience.
Qualifications
- Licensed through the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors or certified through the PA Certification Board or license/certification eligible (LCSW, LSW, LPC, or LMFT).