Director of School-Based Behavioral Health Integration & Impact

Reports to: Chief Operating OfficerDate Posted: May 8, 2026OverviewYouth Eastside Services (YES) seeks an experienced, visionary and passionate Director of School-Based Behavioral Health Integration & Support to lead one of our three pillars of work, supporting children and youth holistically in school settings. This position reports to the COO, is a member of the Leadership Team, and joins Directors of Agency-based and Community-based programming to create a holistic, integrated approach to youth behavioral health. The role will lead an expanded school behavioral health team at YES, overseeing a staff of 30+ placed in all three school districts in East King County. YES is a 60-year, $11M mission-driven nonprofit behavioral health organization that provides life-saving mental health treatment to all children and youth in East King County regardless of their ability to pay. We are seeking a strategic, relational leader who is motivated by making a lasting difference—both in individual lives and across the broader system of care—while building and sustaining a workforce dedicated to this work.Why This Role & Why YESThis role offers a unique opportunity to lead meaningful, systems-level impact in youth behavioral health across East King County. At Youth Eastside Services (YES), you will drive measurable outcomes for children, youth, and families while strengthening partnerships with schools and community organizations. YES is growing its school-based team, with at least 12 new positions and many more schools added in Fall 2026. YES is also adding counselors to elementary schools across the Eastside.YES is a mission-driven, trauma-informed organization committed to equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will not only lead a high-impact service area and influence strategy, but also foster a strong sense of community and belonging among staff - supporting a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and committed to YES’ mission over the long term.Position SummaryThis role provides visionary leadership, clinical oversight, and operational direction for YES’s school-based and community-partnered behavioral health services across East King County. The Director is responsible for driving measurable impact, expanding access to care, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, and equitable services aligned with Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). This position plays a critical leadership role in advancing YES’s mission by improving outcomes for children, youth, and families while balancing impact and sustainability across programs.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAs the new Director, you will succeed a long-term leader due to a planned retirement. With 2 supervisor direct reports, one a new position, you will manage a large, remote team based in schools and interface with three school districts that serve over 70,000 students.Strategic Leadership & ImpactLead vision, strategy, data-driven approaches, and continuous improvement of school-based behavioral health servicesDrive access to care with measurable impact across YES priority outcomes: clinical improvement, equity in service delivery, and youth and family wellbeing.Ensure alignment with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework (Tier 1-3)Ensure alignment with Trauma-informed approach (TIA), Zero Suicide approach, and DEIBEnsure alignment with YES impact and sustainability prioritiesIdentify and advance program growth, innovation, and expansion opportunitiesStrengthen alignment across school-based and community-partnered servicesClinical & Service Delivery ExcellenceEnsure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based services (CBT, DBT, SUD, co-occurring)Oversee MTSS-aligned services: Tier 1 prevention & education; Tier 2 group interventions; Tier 3 intensive clinical servicesMonitor outcomes using standardized tools (SDOH, PHQ-9, GAD-7)Ensure compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and clinical standardsTeam Leadership & Workforce DevelopmentSupervise & support supervisors, and about 30+ school-based staffLead hiring, onboarding, performance management, and staff developmentBuild a high-performing, accountable, trauma-informed cultureProvide consultation on complex clinical and operational issuesPromote staff wellness and retentionOperations, Contracts& Financial StewardshipDevelop and manage program budgets balancing impact and sustainabilityOversee contracts and ensure compliance with deliverablesMonitor productivity, revenue, and service utilizationPartner with Finance and Development on funding strategyImplement policies, workflows, and performance systemsCross-Agency CollaborationCollaborate with internal leaders across behavioral health service linesStrengthen coordination between school-based and community servicesSupport agency-wide strategic initiatives and performance systemsExternal Partnerships & Community EngagementServe as primary liaison with school districts and partnersLead School-Based Strategy TeamsRepresent YES in regional collaboratives (e.g., Eastside Pathways)Support contract development and negotiationsLead community outreach and educationREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field10-12+ years of progressive leadership experience in behavioral healthClinical experience with children, youth, and familiesSupervisory experience in a clinical or school-based settingProgram management experience (planning, budgeting, contracts, operations)Knowledge of MTSS, school systems, HIPAA, and FERPAPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSLicensed or license-eligible (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, SUDP)Experience with school-based behavioral health modelsExperience working in a nonprofit mental health agencyExperience with public funding and partnershipsBilingual/bicultural preferredCORE COMPETENCIESStrategic leadership & systems thinkingClinical leadership & decision-makingRelationship-building & collaborationTrauma-informed, equity-centered leadershipOperational excellence & accountabilityAbility to lead through complexity and changePhysical / Working Requirements:Work in general office conditionsFrequent sitting, standing, and walkingAbility to use hands and handle objectsAdequate vision and hearing are necessary for dutiesOccasional pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying up to 25 poundsSpeaking/talking on the telephone and in-personAbility to work evening hours and adjust work schedule as necessary to meet business needsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. YES provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.To Apply:Send a cover letter and resume to the hiring manager at: SchoolBHImpactDir@youtheastsideservices.orgBenefits include: Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Employee Assistance Plan (EAP); Financial Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan and Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA)options; Life, AD&D, and Short/Long-Term Disability insurance Time Off: Generous PTO package including separate pools for vacation, personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays; Free parking at our Bellevue location.YES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to having a diverse staff team. LGBTQ+ and people of color encouraged to apply.For more information please visit our website at Youth Eastside Services| Youth Mental Health Counseling, www.youtheastsideservices.org