Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) — Behavioral Health

Job overview

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) — Behavioral Health role offers hybrid work flexibility in Charlotte, NC, with leadership visibility across multiple locations. Compensation is not specified. McLeod Centers for Wellbeing provides care for people affected by substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The ADON partners with the Director of Nursing to oversee nursing operations, develop nursing leaders, and support safe, effective care across outpatient and residential programs. The role contributes to quality, compliance, and organizational growth while coaching nursing staff and supporting program expansion.

What you'll do

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee nursing operations
• support Nurse Managers, Registered Nurses, and Licensed Practical Nurses
• assist with recruitment, onboarding, retention, and staff development
• drive quality improvement and monitor patient outcomes
• support regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and audit preparation
• develop nursing policies and clinical best practices
• provide clinical coaching and education in addiction medicine, behavioral health, and patient safety
• collaborate on organizational growth and program expansion.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant director of nursing

adon

behavioral health

charlotte nc

hybrid

nursing leadership

addiction medicine

substance use treatment

quality improvement

regulatory compliance

multi-site operations

rn license

bsn

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hybrid work flexibility
• professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

Why this role

Requires an active North Carolina or Compact RN license, a BSN, and nursing management experience. Occasional travel between locations may be needed.

About the employer

Catapult is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.