Senior Director of Behavioral Health

Northern Children's Services•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Northern Children’s Services (Northern) is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Director of Behavioral Health (Senior Director) to lead a dynamic and evolving department serving children, youth, and families across Philadelphia. This leadership role requires a leader who is strategic and mission-driven with strong capacity to integrate clinical expertise and excellence with strong administrative discipline, embraces data and measurable outcomes, and is committed to building a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and solid, achievable outcomes. The Senior Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our behavioral health services not only meet regulatory standards — but demonstrably improve lives. The Senior Director provides oversight and ensures high-quality clinical care across all Northern’s Behavioral Health Programs and services: Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS), Outpatient, Early Intervention, Wellness & Resiliency, and psychiatric (medication management), This role requires advanced clinical licensure, extensive leadership and management experience, and strategic vision for growth, innovation, and sustainability. The Senior Director is responsible for ensuring: High-quality, evidence-based clinical care Strong census and financial sustainability Measurable client outcomes Clear performance accountability (including existing benchmarks, client surveys, quality assurance, and city and state audits Effective supervision structures Cross-department collaboration A culture of professionalism, transparency, and continuous improvement

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
One or more of the following licenses (active and issued by PA Commonwealth:
Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) with Mental Health Certification
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC)
Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Psychologist (Psy.D. or Ph.D.)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Licensed Physician (practicing psychiatry)
At least four (4) years of experience in a senior managerial/leadership role in an organization providing behavioral health treatment of a clinical nature to children, adolescents, and families in residential, inpatient, outpatient and/or educational settings, with a minimum of five (s) years of clinical supervision experience, with at least two (2) of these years related to directly serving children and youth.
Deep knowledge of OMHSAS, DBHIDS, CBH, and other key entities and correlating regulations and requirements. Knowledge of the child welfare system is a strong plus. Strong relationships with stakeholders in all these agencies.
Passionate about Northern's mission and able to promote and communicate the philosophy, mission, and core values of Northern to external and internal stakeholders.
Strong relationship builder and communicator with experience leading diverse work teams, developing an organization-wide strategy for program excellence, engaging community partners, and partnering with Northern's Leadership Team.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience managing and working in IBHS

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence & Systems Oversight
Executive & Strategic Leadership
Administrative Leadership & Operational Discipline
Data, Benchmarks & Outcomes Ownership
Financial & Census Accountability
Performance Accountability & Leadership Integrity
Clarity of Expectations & Supervisory Discipline
Openness to Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Cross Department Collaboration
Professional Culture & Organizational Trust

Benefits

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD: We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
A partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
401(k) Retirement Plan: We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
NCS Educational Expense Reimbursement program
Paid Leave: Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
Legal Services: Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

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