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Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services Clarksville, AR 72830, US

Responsibilities

Program Director of Behavioral Health (LCSW or RN) – Clarksville, AR

Horizon Health Corporation is seeking a Program Director of Behavioral Health (LCSW or RN) to oversee the Behavioral Health Program Johnson Regional in Clarksville, AR. This inpatient psychiatric unit has a total to 20 geriatric beds. The Behavioral Health Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for behavioral health services across the organization. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health care that is compliant with regulatory standards, financially sustainable, and aligned with organizational goals. The Director is responsible for program development, staff leadership, quality outcomes, and integration of behavioral health services within multidisciplinary care models.

The 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. 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) He/she contributes to the program nursing and hospital through commitment to nursing goals and the supervision of clinical staff.

Responsibilities:

Strong knowledge of behavioral health clinical standards and best practices
In-depth understanding of healthcare regulations, accreditation, and reimbursement models
Ability to evaluate clinical quality and implement performance improvement initiatives
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Resilient, adaptable, and mission-driven leadership style
Ability to manage stress appropriately and channels concerns appropriately
Ability to build effective relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, executives, and community partners
Skilled at conflict resolution and staff engagement
Ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and develop actionable strategies
Experience using metrics to improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes
High ethical standards and commitment to patient-centered care
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

Clinical & Program Leadership

Provide clinical oversight for behavioral health programs, ensuring patient safety, quality outcomes, and evidence-based practices
Develop, implement, and evaluate behavioral health services, programs, and treatment models
In coordination with the Hospital, Ensures compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agency regulations (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, state licensing agencies)
Collaborate with medical, nursing, and ancillary leadership to integrate behavioral health services across care settings
Directs departmental staff involved in multidisciplinary teams to address process improvements involving patients, employees, other customers or teams appropriately
Defines the philosophy, goals and objectives of the treatment program under the direction of hospital administration, Horizon’s clinical and operations staff and in conjunction with the Medical Director
Works with divisional and national support staff to ensure that the client hospital realizes maximum value from Horizon services

Operational & Administrative Management

Oversee day-to-day operations of behavioral health departments, including inpatient, outpatient, and/or community-based services
Develop and manage departmental budgets, including staffing models and resource allocation
Analyze performance metrics, patient outcomes, and utilization data to drive continuous improvement
Lead initiatives related to access to care, patient flow, and care coordination

Staff Leadership & Development

Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate behavioral health clinical and support staff
Promote a culture of professional growth, accountability, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Ensure appropriate staffing levels, competencies, and licensure requirements are maintained
Support staff education, training, and competency validation

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient outcomes, safety, and patient experience
Respond to regulatory reviews, audits, and corrective action plans
Ensure compliance with ethical standards, patient rights, and confidentiality requirements

Strategic Planning & Community Engagement

Participate in organizational strategic planning related to behavioral health services
Identify opportunities for service expansion, partnerships, and program innovation
Represent the organization in community, professional, and regulatory settings as appropriate

Benefit Highlights:

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 everyday!

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

About Clarksville, AR:

Clarksville, Arkansas, is characterized by its agricultural heritage, outdoor accessibility, and community-focused lifestyle. The city offers a charming, historic lifestyle centered on agriculture, particularly its famous peach orchards, in a convenient Ozark Mountain location. Positioned along Interstate 40 near Arkansas Wine Country and Mount Magazine, it boasts an accessible, scenic, and family-friendly atmosphere with a strong community feel. It’s known for the agricultural & culinary heritage, recreation & attractions, strategic location, small town charm with history, convenience & lifestyle.

For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Executive Recruiter at Oscar.Hernandez2@horizonhealth.com

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required
Master’s Degree (Healthcare Administration, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or related) preferred
Strong license and strong regulatory background, leadership skills and staff development experience
Excellent clinical psychiatric knowledge base and understanding of programming
Must have 5 to 8+ years of related work experience
American Heart Association issued BLS and ACLS required
CPR Certification

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.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

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At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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