Behavioral Health Lead

Job DetailsJob Location: Indio, CA 92201Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 HourlyBehavioral Health Lead – Job Description

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Lead is responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and effective team leadership. This role provides supervision to clinical staff, supports program development, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

Provide oversight and guidance for behavioral health services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
Ensure evidence-based practices are implemented across all services
Review and monitor clinical documentation for quality, accuracy, and compliance
Support crisis intervention and risk management as needed

Team Supervision & Development

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate behavioral health staff (therapists, counselors, case managers)
Facilitate regular team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision sessions
Identify training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment

Program Management

Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral health programs
Monitor program performance metrics and outcomes
Ensure services meet organizational goals and community needs
Support quality improvement initiatives

Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies
Maintain accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF if applicable)
Conduct audits and implement corrective actions when necessary

Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate with medical providers, social services, and external partners
Serve as a liaison between behavioral health staff and leadership
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning

Administrative Duties

Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management
Contribute to budgeting and resource allocation
Prepare reports and documentation as required

QualificationsQualifications

Education & Licensure

AA degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
Active, unrestricted licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent)

Experience

3–5+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health
1–2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and team management skills
Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral health practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage crises and make sound clinical decisions
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

Work Environment

Clinical or community-based setting (e.g., outpatient clinic, hospital, or nonprofit organization)
May require occasional evenings or on-call support

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to respond to crisis situations as needed

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