Behavioral Health Director

The Center for Human Development, Inc., is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Director responsible for providing clinical expertise in behavioral health treatment to the organization, as well as systems coordination between mental health and chemical dependency provider systems. This position is responsible for the development and review of programs and projects within the organization to enhance the delivery of behavioral health services to our members. Provides leadership, policy and program direction to Behavioral health team including intellectual and developmental disability services. This position will be a member of the Administrative Council.

CHD WILL PAY UP TO $3500 IN RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND UP TO $2000 TOWARDS FIRST MONTH RENT!

Come work and play in one of the most scenic valleys in the United States. CHD is located at the eastern base of the Blue Mountains, one of Oregon's largest and oldest mountain ranges. Enjoy unlimited year-round outdoor recreation. Join us and be a part of team that makes a difference in the community we serve. CHD values work-life balance and offers flexible schedules and generous time-off.

The Requirements :

• Master's degree in behavioral, social, health science, special education, public administration, or human service administration; and a minimum five years' experience in human services programs, two of which are in community mental health and intellectual and developmental disability and two of which are program managerial experience in human services; and experience, training, and ability to manage a community mental health and developmental disability program. Licensure preferred but no required.
• Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370 and drug screening.
• Negotiation and consensus building skills.
• Program development, management, and evaluation skills.
• Ability to analyze complex health and behavioral health data.
• Understanding of utilization management concepts and strategies.
• Multidisciplinary collaborative skills.
• Ability to develop and implement procedures.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with experts in behavioral health field.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with confidentiality laws pertaining to mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• Contribute strategically at the CEO level along with the other members of the Administrative Council.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The Company :

CHD is a nonprofit corporation that is recognized statewide as an innovator. Join a self-directed team that has the capability to manage their own work and make decisions at the level of service to the customer.

The Benefits :

Full time exempt position with attractive benefit package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life / AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, paid renewal leave, annual employee appreciation picnics and dinners, Mental Health Days, gym discounts, and more.

The Area :

Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.

How to Apply :

Please apply through our website at If you need assistance call 541-962-8881.

The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.