Director of Outpatient Services - Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job Description

The Director of Outpatient Services provides leadership and oversight for Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs), ensuring the delivery of high-quality, recovery-oriented behavioral health care. This role manages day-to-day operations, clinical and administrative staff, program compliance, quality improvement, and external partnerships across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all PHP operations across designated locations.
• Recruit, supervise, and support clinical and administrative staff, including graduate interns.
• Oversee interdisciplinary care teams to ensure integrated, patient-centered treatment.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements (DMH, Joint Commission, CMS, managed care).
• Monitor billing practices and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Develop and maintain referral relationships with hospitals, schools, and community agencies.
• Drive program growth and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Preferred