Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of behavioral health services within the detention environment.
Ensure all clinical, operational, and administrative functions comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and evidence‑based behavioral health care.
Manage delivery of clinical services including assessments, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, treatment planning, and continuity of care.
Develop and maintain behavioral health policies, procedures, and workflows that support safe operations and facility ramp‑up phases.
Supervise behavioral health clinicians, case managers, and support staff; provide clinical oversight and performance evaluations.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare required reports for internal leadership and stakeholders.
Develop and oversee therapeutic programming that is trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with detainee needs.

Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related behavioral health field.
Independent clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist, or equivalent).
Minimum 5–7 years of behavioral health experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or program management role.
Demonstrated experience in correctional, detention, or other high‑security or high‑acuity environments.
Strong knowledge of detention standards, suicide prevention protocols, crisis management, and trauma‑informed care.
Ability to manage behavioral health operations during phased facility ramp‑up and fluctuating detainee populations.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced operational environment.
Proficiency in clinical documentation, reporting, and quality assurance processes.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, resided in the U.S. for 3 years in the past 5 years.

Behavioral Health Program Manager

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