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Director Behavioral Health - Center for Behavioral Health - CA
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Stockton, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 63.1-93.87 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Eduation & Experience:
- Masters Degree in a Behavioral health clinical field such as Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Counseling; or a doctoral degree in Psychology.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience providing direct clinical services to individuals with mental health conditions.
- Minimum of 2 years in a clinical leadership role.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Previous hospital experience preferred.
- The ideal candidate will possess the ability to differentiate between psychiatric and medical etiologies of acute behavioral health patient presentations.
Required Licensure and Certifications:
- Licensure as a behavioral health clinician in California is required (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, etc).
Preferred Licensure and Certifications:
- Preferred 5 years management experience
This position provides clinical leadership and direction for the California-based operations of the CommonSpirit Health Center for Behavioral Health’s Call Center. The Director will oversee the California Call Center’s staff and operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services through its hybrid (onsite and virtual) service delivery model. The Director will oversee and expand key service areas within The Center, including: mental health assessments for crisis evaluations in Emergency Rooms and acute medical hospitals (both onsite and virtual), onsite and virtual psychiatry services, the Behavioral Health Placement Coordinator program, and the Behavioral Health Community Health Worker program/services. This role is critical in driving the expansion of The Center for Behavioral Health to become a behavioral health center of excellence and value. The Behavioral Health Director serves as the primary liaison with The Center for Behavioral Health’s clinicians/providers, hospital leaders, and will lead efforts to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources within The Center.
Where You'll WorkSt. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center is a licensed not-for-profit facility providing comprehensive behavioral health services such as psychiatric and chemical dependency disorders. We offer a 35-bed inpatient hospital day treatment and outpatient services. Our specially trained staff of board certified psychiatrists physicians and licensed professionals are committed to providing compassionate quality care and creating an atmosphere that fosters communication trust and personal growth.
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Frequently asked questions
Strong clinical insight combined with strategic decision-making is vital for a Behavioral Health Director in California. Experience navigating complex psychiatric and medical cases, plus the ability to lead hybrid teams delivering onsite and virtual mental health services, significantly enhances effectiveness in this role.
Progression often involves scaling operational leadership over multiple facilities or expanding program management expertise. Gaining advanced licensure and demonstrating success in crisis intervention strategies can open doors to executive roles within healthcare systems or specialized behavioral health organizations.
Daily tasks include supervising clinical staff, ensuring quality telehealth delivery, coordinating mental health crisis assessments, and liaising with hospital departments. The role demands balancing administrative oversight with direct engagement in service innovation and resource allocation.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate care grounded in dignity and respect. Directors are expected to foster a collaborative environment, uphold evidence-based practices, and drive program growth aligned with the organization's mission of comprehensive behavioral health services.
Balancing coordination between virtual and onsite teams requires adept communication and technology integration skills. The director must ensure consistent care quality, address staffing logistics, and adapt protocols to meet fluctuating patient needs within both service delivery formats.
Stockton's growing healthcare sector increases demand for skilled behavioral health leaders, but competition is moderated by the specialized qualifications required. Candidates with California licensure and hospital leadership experience stand out amid a smaller pool of qualified applicants.
Beyond California licensure such as LCSW or LMFT, credentials in psychiatric rehabilitation or crisis intervention enhance candidacy. Regional employers value certifications that demonstrate expertise in integrated behavioral health approaches tailored to diverse community needs.
Salaries typically range from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, reflecting the role's seniority and required clinical expertise. Compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and the size of the healthcare organization within the Stockton area.
Expertise in managing crisis evaluations and psychiatric-acute medical interplay is critical here. The director must skillfully oversee multi-faceted programs including virtual psychiatry and community health worker initiatives, reflecting a broader operational scope than typical clinical leadership positions.
The role offers exposure to a faith-based healthcare network prioritizing holistic care, fostering growth in ethical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration. Professionals gain experience in pioneering behavioral health service expansions within a large, mission-driven system.