Director, Behavioral Health Services

Director, Behavioral Health Services

Location National City, CA 91950 Date Posted August 20, 2026 Job ID 15305 Employment Type Direct Hire

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Director of Behavioral Health Services for a mission-driven nonprofit organization providing social and behavioral health services throughout San Diego County. This is a full-time, exempt, onsite position based in National City, CA, with some work at additional sites throughout San Diego County.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Director of Behavioral Health Services will provide senior-level leadership and oversight for the organization's behavioral health and social service programs, ensuring high-quality, effective, and mission-aligned services. This leader will oversee program operations, support staff and organizational development, and drive continued excellence across behavioral health services. The ideal candidate brings strong executive-level management experience within social services and a passion for advancing accessible, impactful community-based care.

PERKS:

• Competitive compensation: $115,000-$130,000, with some flexibility based on experience and qualifications.

• Mission-driven leadership: Lead behavioral health programs that directly support individuals and communities throughout San Diego County.

• Senior-level impact: Play a key role in shaping program strategy, operations, and service delivery within a growing nonprofit organization.

• Professional growth: Opportunity to collaborate with executive leadership and contribute to organizational development and program advancement.

• Meaningful community work: Make a lasting impact through high-quality, accessible behavioral health and social services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the organization's behavioral health services and social service programs.

• Oversee program effectiveness, service quality, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals and community needs.

• Lead, mentor, and support behavioral health program staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

• Develop and implement program strategies, policies, and initiatives that strengthen service delivery and organizational outcomes.

• Collaborate with executive leadership and internal stakeholders on program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

• Represent the organization and its behavioral health services with external partners, community stakeholders, and other relevant organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, social services, behavioral health, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.

• Demonstrated success in senior or executive-level management of social service programs and services.

• Strong leadership, program management, strategic planning, and organizational development skills.

• Experience overseeing behavioral health or community-based social service programs strongly preferred.

• A valid California professional license such as LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC is preferred.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000-$130,000, with some flexibility based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, exempt position. Additional benefits and organizational offerings will be discussed during the interview process.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

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