VP Behavioral Health and CISC

Summary

The Vice President of Behavioral Health and Children in State Custody (CISC), reporting to the Chief BH and Quality Officer, provides oversight for all behavioral health and CISC operations and strategy.

Work Arrangement

Remote: Open to U.S. applicants (excluding CA, IL, ND, NY, OH, WA, and WY).

Hybrid: Required for those within 60 miles of a PHS location in New Mexico.

Job Description

• Lead and align BH activities across markets and products.

• Develop, execute, and assess strategic initiatives.
• Oversee contract negotiations and vendor relationships.
• Manage quality, compliance, and reporting for BH and CISC programs.
• Analyze trends, resolve member issues, and advise on provider network.
• Develop outreach strategies and integrate stakeholder engagement.
• Advance population health and health equity initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, accreditation, and policy development.
• Promote staff development and succession planning.

Additional Job Description

• Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health Discipline or the equivalent combination of training and experience is required.

• 5 years of experience with managing behavioral health operations; such experience in a managed care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in external-facing leadership roles.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills required.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Free wellness programs
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retail plans, including matching employer contributions
• Continuing education and career development opportunities
• Life insurance and short/long term disability programs

About Us

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with approximately 11,000 employees. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, employees, board members, and other volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than 700,000 New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.

About New Mexico

New Mexico's unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences contribute to a culturally rich lifestyle. Add in Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, Los Alamos' nuclear scientists, Roswell's visitors from outer space, and Santa Fe's artists, and you get an eclectic mix of people, places and experiences that make this state great. Cities in New Mexico are continually ranked among the nation's best places to work and live by Forbes magazine, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and other corporate and government relocation managers like Worldwide ERC. New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore, and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED

PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.