Program Director, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Muscle Shoals, AL

24d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director of Behavioral Health oversees strategic planning, operations, and policy enforcement to ensure high-quality, cost-effective behavioral health services. They manage budgeting, supervise staff, and guide both short- and long-term program development to maintain financial and clinical excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Qualified by education and experience in the care of behavioral health patients.
• Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.
• Licensed Master’s level clinician required
• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in nursing; preferred.
• Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of behavioral health unit operations, including staffing, care delivery, and facility maintenance.
• Participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and marketing efforts to support program growth.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Acts as a liaison between hospital leadership, divisional teams, and unit staff to maintain collaboration.
• Leads change initiatives, evaluates leadership performance, and promotes a positive work environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees