Responsibilities Clinical Behavioral Health Director
- Fort Myers, FL Horizon Health Corporation is seeking a Clinical Behavioral Health Director for an Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program in Fort Myers, FL .
This unit is a 6 to 15 beds mental health program. The Clinical Behavioral Health Director is responsible for the maintenance of the Horizon Health/Client hospital contractual relationship(s) and in coordination with the client, the overall administration of patient care for the Program. Performs as liaison between Program, Hospital and Horizon; communicating information and needs appropriately. Supports Hospital and Horizon missions, goals and objectives The Clinical Behavioral Director provides strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operation direction for the behavioral health program. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and compliant behavioral heath services while supporting clinicians, driving outcomes and maintaining regulatory and accreditation standards. The Clinical Behavioral Health Director serves as a member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for program development, staff performance, quality improvement and client care excellence. Clinical Behavioral Health Director plans, implements and evaluates delivery of overall nursing care to patients. Clinical Behavioral Health Director provides managerial support by providing supervision and evaluation of all nursing personnel for the Program.
Included in these responsibilities are:
1) the development and maintenance of a high-quality treatment program; 2) the development and implementation of a comprehensive community relations program; 3) strategic planning, program administration, and development; and 4) Clinical Behavioral Health Director contributes to the program nursing and hospital through commitment to nursing goals and the supervision of clinical staff.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Leadership & Oversight Provide clinical supervision and consultation to licensed and non‑licensed behavioral health staff. Ensure programs utilize evidence‑based practices aligned with best clinical standards. Review and approve clinical policies, treatment protocols, and care pathways. Oversee intake, assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, and continuity of care. Program & Operational Management Develop, implement, and evaluate behavioral health programs and service lines. Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and growth initiatives. Monitor program outcomes and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives. Ensure appropriate staffing models and case mix management. Works with divisional and national support staff to ensure that the client hospital realizes maximum value from Horizon services. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CMS, state licensing boards). Maintain accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF, NCQA, or equivalent). Conduct clinical audits, chart reviews, and corrective action planning. Identify and mitigate clinical risk and sentinel events. Staff Supervision & Development Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff. Provide regular clinical supervision, performance feedback, and professional development. Foster a culture of ethical practice, accountability, and continuous learning. Support licensure, credentialing, and continuing education requirements. Directs departmental staff involved in multidisciplinary teams to address process improvements involving patients, employees, other customers or teams appropriately. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a liaison with community partners, referral sources, and external agencies. Collaborate with medical providers, case management, and administrative teams. Represent the organization in professional forums and community meetings. Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.
Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:
Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Long and Short-term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Career development opportunities within the company Tuition Assistance Rewarding work environment
- Enjoy going to work every day!
For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Executive Recruiter at Oscar.
Hernandez2@horizonhealth.com About Fort Myers, FL Fort Myers, Florida offers an exceptional blend of affordability, and vibrant coastal lifestyle. Known as the "City of Palms," it serves as the cultural and commercial hub of Southwest Florida. It also offers tropical lifestyle & outdoor recreation and vibrant culture & amenities. About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications Behavioral Health Experience:
must have an active, unrestricted clinical license (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LCSW, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- LMHC, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- LMFT , Psychologies, Psychiatrist) required Master's Degree required Ph.
D. preferred
Other:
Supervisor credential or board approval for clinical supervision preferred Minimum 5-8 years of progressively responsible clinical experience in behavioral health 3-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting American Heart Association issued BLS and ACLS required CPR Certification required Effectively manages change and complex clinical systems Experience working with diverse populations and complex clinical presentations (e.g., SMI, substance use, co occurring disorders). Experience with value based care or managed care environments Leads with accountability, empathy, and decisiveness Ability to manage stress appropriately and channels concerns appropriately Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, leadership, clients, and partners. Demonstrated experience with program development, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance Navigates difficult conversations and conflict with diplomacy Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Aligns clinical operations with organizational goals Clinical supervision and staff development Anticipates trends and adapts programs to evolving needs Evidence based practice implementation Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, socioeconomic, and individual differences Fosters sense of teamwork and collaboration within the department and Hospital Program evaluation and outcomes measurement Promotes equity, inclusion, and trauma informed care Regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness Crisis intervention and risk management Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems and clinical data analytics Interdisciplinary collaboration Knowledge of state specific behavioral health regulations Data driven decision making Proficient in applicable software applications Applies advanced clinical judgment and ethical decision making Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility and violence of others appropriately State and Federal Health Insurance Regulations Excellent interpersonal skills EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.