Director, Premier Behavioral Health

Premier Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced Director, Behavioral Health who will be responsible for the clinical administration and management of Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Services. Maintain a professional, positive and caring attitude at all times.Duties1. Manage large number of clinical and non clinical staff in a managed care environment2. Develop, operationalize and manage inpatient and outpatient utilization management systems focused on behavioral health and Substance Use Disorders3. Develop, operationalize and manage inpatient and outpatient case management systems focused on behavioral health and Substance Use Disorders4. Develop, operationalize and manage condition management programs including the risk stratification of condition specific data focusing on behavioral health and substance use disorder programs5. Manage 24 x 7 call center operations6. Manage data analytics for all operating areas and maintain responsibility for all internal and external client reporting.7. Ability to manage and negotiate w/ contracted providers and facilities; focusing on behavioral health and substance use disorders.8. Be able and ready to be cross trained on other tasks as may be assigned, and willing to rotate jobs within the department or outside of department with the scope of the job description.9. Follow and adhere to Company's standards of attendance policy, as it is pertinent to be available to assist patients, providers, contacted facilities and associates.10. Perform other duties as assigned.The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $ 147,000/year to $160,000/year ; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare & Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment. Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us. We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.Full Time Position Benefits:The success of any company depends on its employees. For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members. As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.Health and Wellness:Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employeesVision insuranceZero co-payments for employed physician office visitsFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employer-Paid Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Behavioral Health Services Savings and Retirement:401k Retirement Savings PlanIncome Protection InsuranceOther Benefits:Vacation Time Company celebrationsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus Tuition ReimbursementLicense Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program Business-casual working environmentSick daysPaid holidaysMileageSkills1. Minimum Bachelors degree from accredited University, Masters preferred2. Valid CA clinical license; RN, LCSW, PsyD, NP3. Minimum 10 years management role Managed Care Environment, preferably in Behavioral health. Includes Utilization Management, Case management, Disease Management and Demand management experience4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.5. Excellent data management skills6. Proficiency in WORD, EXCEL, and PowerPoint7. Proficiency in navigating multiple UM/CM platforms as well as EMR and PMS systems8. Ability to handle and prioritize tasks in order to meet all given deadlines and productivity goals.9. Ability to responsibly handle matters of a confidential nature.10. Ability to work in a multi-task, high-productive environment.

Created: 2026-04-15