Director - Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you.

General Purpose:

To ensure effective and efficient behavioral health services are delivered to patients throughout the STRIDE system, the Director of Behavioral Health provides vision and leadership in the creation and on-going development of the Behavioral Health service line and associated programs at STRIDE. This position is allocated .6 clinical FTE and .4 administrative FTE.

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, oversee and continuously evaluate the scope of behavioral health services offered at STRIDE for maximization of patient impact, fiscal viability and best practice. Collaborate with clinical staff and other STRIDE department members to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of integrated behavioral services to STRIDE patients.
• Establish, develop and enhance the relationships that STRIDE has with behavioral health agencies in the service area, as well as manage memorandums of understanding and contractual obligations.
• Provide direct administrative oversight to the Associate Director(s) of Behavioral Health and mentorship/leadership for all behavioral health providers.
• Develop and report measures of success of behavioral health programs.
• Ensure legal and ethical compliance of behavioral health service delivery throughout STRIDE system.
• Oversee nationally accredited psychology training program.
• Oversight of Medication Assisted Treatment and substance use disorder services, as well as SUD Services Lead position.
• Provide direct patient care.
• Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.

Requirements:

Values

• Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
• Compassion: Meeting patients where they are with empathy.
• Accountability: Following through on our commitments.
• Respect: Valuing human dignity.
• Excellence: Embracing a growth mindset and striving for continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and active, unrestricted licensure in Colorado required (licensed psychologist).
• Experience working in a non-profit health center preferred.
• Minimum 2-year program management and leadership experience
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience
• Minimum 4 years clinical service experience
• Experience and success with program development and implementation
• Experience working in integrated primary care settings
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with mental health treatment modalities required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with substance abuse/dependence issues, treatment and paraprofessional support modalities required.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• An active, unrestricted licensure in Colorado required (licensed psychologist)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.

• Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDEs patient population.
• Ability to collaborate and develop partnerships with STRIDE departments and other organizations.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to diffuse upset patients.
• Skill in using a variety of an electronic health record and computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products.
• Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.

Miscellaneous Requirements

1. Clean motor vehicle record and ability to submit to and pass pre-employment drug testing.
2. COVID-19 Vaccination
3. Annual Influenza Vaccination

We offer a salary range of $101,000 - $117,000, depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification.

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Application submission closing date: [Ongoing/date]