Director of Behavioral Health

Morehouse School of Medicine • Atlanta, GA

150d

About The Position

The Director of Behavioral Health provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical supervision and oversees program development and compliance for all behavioral health services within the AUCC-SHWC. The Director is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based mental health services in an outpatient setting for the AUCC member institutions: Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Spelman College. This individual will play a key leadership role in promoting mental health, emotional well-being, and resilience within a culturally responsive and inclusive framework.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in psychiatry
• Current licensure (DO/MD) in the state of Georgia
• Minimum 7 years of experience in behavioral health, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in college or university mental health is preferred
• Strong understanding of culturally competent mental health practices, particularly in the service of Black college student populations
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience building collaborative partnerships.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in program development
• Familiarity with integrated care models and trauma-informed approaches
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapy models, e.g., CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data and leverage outcomes for strategic decision-making
• Bilingual or multicultural competencies (preferred but not required)
• Grant writing and program development experience
• Experience integrating technology and telehealth in mental health care
• Sensitivity to the mental health needs of diverse populations, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and international students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree