Behavioral Health Director

Job overview

The Behavioral Health Director role is onsite in Wetumpka, AL, at Tutwiler Prison for Women. Compensation is not specified. The position supports behavioral health services within the Alabama Department of Corrections facility. This role provides strategic planning, operational oversight, and clinical leadership for mental health and substance abuse programs. It guides staff and services, supports regulatory compliance, and works with medical and correctional colleagues to deliver patient-centered care in a secure setting.

What you'll do

• Set department goals and policies
• oversee daily operations and treatment services
• ensure legal and accreditation compliance
• investigate critical incidents and manage risk
• recruit, train, and evaluate clinical staff
• manage the department budget
• coordinate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff
• monitor site and company policy compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavioral health director

wetumpka al

naphcare

behavioral health

mental health

substance abuse programs

clinical leadership

correctional healthcare

budget oversight

staff supervision

regulatory compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• prescriptions through the health plan
• 401(k) and Roth plan with company contribution
• tuition assistance
• referral bonuses
• term life insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• continuing education and CMEs.

Why this role

Leadership of behavioral health and substance abuse programs in a correctional facility; Alabama clinical licensure and BLS CPR certification required.

About the employer

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