Executive Director Behavioral Health Substance Use Program

Executive Director – Behavioral Health & Substance Use Program

Hilliard, OH

Executive-Level Compensation (DOE)

Overview

A behavioral health organization in Ohio is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead its mental health and substance use services program.

The organization is looking for a steady, strategic leader who understands compliance — but also understands people. Leadership must uphold regulatory standards while improving retention, morale, and culture.

This role requires balance: strong operational oversight without unnecessary rigidity. The right candidate will stabilize the program, support staff, and maintain high-quality care delivery.

Core Responsibilities

Provide executive oversight of behavioral health and substance use services

Lead clinical and administrative teams

Improve staff retention and workplace culture

Ensure compliance with state and program regulations

Create operational systems and accountability structures

Partner with ownership and board-level stakeholders

Monitor program quality, performance metrics, and service outcomes

Ideal Candidate

Prior Executive Director or senior leadership experience in behavioral health and/or substance use treatment programs

Strong understanding of regulated healthcare environments

Experience managing multidisciplinary teams

Proven ability to improve retention and culture

Balanced leadership style — structured but human-centered

Operationally strong and emotionally intelligent

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