Behavioral Health Senior Manager

Our mission is to enhance the health of our community and to achieve this we provide health services that address unmet needs and opportunities. We demonstrate dignity and respect for all people and focus on our employees, clients and community. Join our organization and help us accomplish our goals and make a meaningful impact in our community!We believe that our people are our greatest strength. Each employee contributes to our shared mission, vision, strategy, and values. We are committed to fostering a workplace that is Supportive, Impactful, Accountable, and Inclusive.The Behavioral Health Senior Manager will lead, oversee, and advance a comprehensive behavioral health program in a community-based setting, providing operational direction, clinical leadership, and program development expertise to a multidisciplinary team. This position requires a skilled behavioral health leader who can move between vision, program design, implementation, and day-to-day operations. This position offers the opportunity to shape and advance a growing behavioral health program. The Senior Manager will translate community behavioral health needs and organizational priorities into effective, sustainable services, guiding new and enhanced programs from concept and design through implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will bring both operational leadership and demonstrated experience developing and implementing new services, programs, and care models.Pay Range and Status$91,127 - $116,188 per hour DOQ40 hours per week, Monday- Friday (Exempt)Comprehensive benefits packageProfessional Development OpportunitiesFor full qualifications and responsibilities, please review the job description at www.healthdistrict.org/careers. QualificationsMaster's degree in behavioral health field required (psychology, social work, counseling, or related discipline); Doctoral degree preferred for clinical leadership.Active Colorado licensure in relevant discipline required.Minimum 5-7 years of clinical experience in behavioral health setting, with at least 3-5 years of management or leadership role.Demonstrated experience designing and/or implementing services for youth with high-acuity, complex, or significant behavioral health needs. Experience working across systems of care serving children, youth and families. Experience in integrated care models, community mental health, and interagency collaboration.Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and service integration.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic, clinical and operational leadership for a behavioral health program, ensuring services are high-quality, accessible, equitable, and responsive to community needs.Lead programs and initiatives from concept and design through implementation, evaluation, refinement, and sustainability.Ensure behavioral health services adhere to applicable legal, ethical, regulatory, clinical, and evidence-based standards.Lead integration of behavioral health services across organizational departments and with external partners.Develop, propose, and implement strategies to improve access to care, reduce service gaps, address barriers for underserved communities, and reduce stigma.Build and sustain relationships with internal teams, community organizations, youth and family serving systems, health care providers and other stakeholders.How to ApplyIf you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and include relevant knowledge, skills, abilities, education, work, and lived/ living experience. Please include a cover letter that details how your experiences and qualifications align with this position.Submit a resume and cover letter to Attn: Search Coordinator Email: searchcoordinator@healthdistrict.orgFax: 970-221-7165The anticipated close date is Monday, October 12, 2026.Why work for us We value a work-life balanceEmployees are encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge that result in successful performance in their roles/positionsWe offer a competitive salary with additional compensation for bilingual proficiencyMedical/Dental benefits: employee covered at 100%; dependents covered at 75% Low-cost vision plan availableRetirement plan 401(a): employee contribution (3%); employer contribution (5%)An optional 457(b) retirement plan is availableGenerous flexible paid time off. Earn 14 days of PTO in the 1st year and 12 paid holidaysIntermediate paid leave benefits to eligible employees in lieu of the State of Colorado FAMLI planEmployee Assistance Programs (EAPs) that provide confidential and free support to our staffAccess to legal and financial counselingUp to six counseling sessions per issue for mental health concernsVariety of additional resourcesFederal Student Loan Forgiveness is available for qualifying borrowersWe believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our organization, so we consider a combination of experiences to meet minimum qualifications. Experience may include related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, work, and lived/living experienceWe are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure that all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion (creed), political beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local lawsInfection Prevention Must comply with infection prevention policies for this position. Requirements include providing documentation of MMR, Varicella, and Tdap immunizations and compliance with tuberculosis training, screening, and testing on hire.