Behavioral Health Program Manager

Pacific Health Group

. Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Behavioral Health Department .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in behavioral health leadership, program development, and clinical supervision, with a strong focus on evidence-based practices and compliance with California regulations. Proven ability to build partnerships and engage with diverse populations to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.

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Master's Degree In Social WorkActive California License As LMFT, LCSW, Or LPCCThree Years Of Post-Licensure Clinical ExperienceThree Years Of Behavioral Health Leadership ExperienceEvidence-Based Behavioral Health Practices

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Hard Skills

Clinical SupervisionCrisis InterventionTreatment PlanningDocumentation AuditsQuality Improvement InitiativesBehavioral Health Assessment ToolsOnboarding ProgramsPerformance EvaluationsDifferential DiagnosisCommunity Needs Assessments

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsMentorship

Certifications & Qualifications

California LMFT LicenseCalifornia LCSW LicenseCalifornia LPCC License

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthCulturally Responsive CareTrauma-Informed CareIntegrated Care ModelsHIPAA ComplianceCalifornia Behavioral Health RegulationsBBS StandardsCommunity OutreachService ExpansionHigh-Risk Situations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Behavioral Health Department
Oversee daily program operations to ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery
Develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based behavioral health programs
Establish workflows that improve clinical efficiency, quality, and patient outcomes
Monitor clinician productivity, documentation, and caseload distribution
Lead interdisciplinary case conferences and consult on complex clinical cases
Support crisis intervention efforts and provide clinical guidance for high-risk situations
Participate in strategic planning and behavioral health program expansion
Lead behavioral health community outreach initiatives for underserved populations
Collaborate with Street Outreach, CHW, ECM, CS, and Care Coordination teams
Build partnerships with county behavioral health departments, hospitals, FQHCs, managed care plans, community organizations, shelters, schools, and referral partners
Represent Pacific Health Group at community meetings, provider collaboratives, networking events, coalitions, and health fairs
Identify service gaps and develop outreach strategies
Support county expansion through community engagement and partnership development
Promote culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and person-centered care
Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to licensed and associate clinicians
Support differential diagnosis, treatment planning, documentation, and evidence-based interventions
Develop onboarding and continuing education programs
Conduct performance evaluations, coaching sessions, and professional development planning
Assist with recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and retention
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, California behavioral health regulations, BBS standards, Title 22, payer guidelines, and company policies
Conduct documentation audits and quality assurance reviews
Monitor clinical outcomes using standardized behavioral health assessment tools
Oversee crisis response, mandated reporting, duty to warn, and patient safety initiatives
Develop corrective action plans and quality improvement initiatives
Maintain licensing, credentialing, and continuing education compliance
Develop strategic relationships and identify service expansion opportunities
Support California CalAIM initiatives and integrated care models
Participate in community needs assessments and identify emerging behavioral health trends
Assist with grants, partnerships, and operational growth strategies
Serve as a behavioral health ambassador throughout California

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
Active California license as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC in good standing
Minimum three (3) years of post-licensure clinical experience
Minimum three (3) years of behavioral health leadership or management experience
Demonstrated experience supervising licensed or associate clinicians
Strong knowledge of evidence-based behavioral health practices, California behavioral health regulations, HIPAA, BBS standards, and integrated care models
Experience working with diverse populations and individuals experiencing complex behavioral health needs
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Ability to travel throughout California as needed
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to attend community meetings, outreach events, and field visits
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the hiring process, verification of qualifications, background screening, and credential verification where applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development and continuing education support
Clinical supervision opportunities
Employee wellness initiatives
Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization