Vice President of Behavioral Health
TemPositions Health Care
Brooklyn, NY · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
We are seeking a Vice President of Behavioral Health to lead outpatient and inpatient mental health and substance use programs in Brooklyn, NY. This executive role combines clinical leadership, operational oversight, and strategic program development within an integrated care environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead behavioral health and substance use services organization-wide
Oversee clinical quality, compliance, and program operations
Drive strategic growth and service integration
Manage leadership teams, budgets, and performance outcomes
Ensure compliance with OASAS Part 820 and related regulations
Qualifications
MSW + active NYS LCSW required
CASAC certification required
10+ years behavioral health experience (inpatient & outpatient)
5+ years leadership experience in substance use/residential programs
FQHC or community health experience preferred
Bilingual Spanish a plus
Why Apply
Executive leadership opportunity
High-impact role shaping behavioral health services
Collaborative and mission-focused environment
In addition to working with the most highly respected clients in the health care field, you can expect:
Highly competitive and weekly pay.
Personal and online Career Advisement and Development
Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote TemPositions Group office. Please submit your resume to be considered for this position. If you have questions about the opening, you may contact the recruiter for this position at jwiggins@tempositions.com We look forward to hearing from you!
EOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
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Pay:$180,000.00 - $200,000.00