Also referred to as: Vice President of Behavioral Health, VP of Mental Health
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VP of Behavioral Health plans and directs all aspects of a healthcare organization's behavioral health function. Develops and implements the strategic vision, service offerings, and operations of the behavioral health department. Being a VP of Behavioral Health collaborates with other clinical specialties to ensure behavioral health services align and integrate with organizational objectives. Provides comprehensive and current knowledge of behavioral health research and trends to provide up-to-date and effective practices. Additionally, VP of Behavioral Health establishes training programs for all levels of staff. Ensures all behavioral health operations comply with clinical guidelines and regulations. Requires an advanced degree in psychology. Typically reports to top management. The VP of Behavioral Health manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a VP of Behavioral Health typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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