Director of Behavioral Health Operations

Now Hiring: Center Director - Facility-Based Crisis Center (FBC)📍 Wilkesboro, NC💰 $70,000 - $76,000 annually🏥 Behavioral Health | Crisis Services Leadership💼 Full-Time Leadership OpportunityA respected non-profit behavioral health organization is seeking an experienced clinical leader to oversee operations within a Facility-Based Crisis (FBC) Center. This is a high-impact opportunity for a mission-driven professional passionate about improving access to behavioral health and substance use crisis services.This leadership role combines clinical oversight, operational management, staff development, and community engagement within a fast-paced crisis stabilization environment.What You’ll Lead:• Day-to-day clinical and operational oversight of the FBC program• Supervision and mentorship of clinicians, nursing staff, and support teams• Regulatory compliance across Medicaid, Medicare, state, and agency standards• Staffing coordination, workflow efficiency, and performance management• Clinical quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts• Collaboration with leadership, community partners, and external stakeholders• Timely documentation, reporting, and operational accountabilityWhat We’re Looking For:• Strong leadership background in behavioral health, crisis services, or substance use treatment• Ability to lead teams in high-pressure clinical environments• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict resolution skills• Strong clinical judgment and operational decision-making abilities• Experience balancing patient care quality with operational effectiveness• Passion for serving individuals experiencing behavioral health crisesPreferred Qualifications:• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field strongly preferred• Minimum 3+ years of clinical experience• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory or administrative leadership experience• Licensure preferred:LCSWLPCLMFTLPACADCLicensed Psychologist• RN/BSN candidates with significant behavioral health leadership experience are encouraged to applyWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:✔ Mission-driven non-profit organization✔ Leadership impact within crisis stabilization services✔ Collaborative multidisciplinary environment✔ Opportunity to influence program growth and patient outcomesInterested candidates are encouraged to apply or message us directly for additional information.