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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REGIONAL DIRECTOR



EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER
We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and they form the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.

Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website.

Come join the Florida Parishes Human Services Authority (FPHSA) leadership team as our Behavioral Health Regional Director! This key leadership position oversees the delivery and operations of a wide range of behavioral health services, including mental health, substance use treatment, and community-based programs across our five-parish service area. We are seeking an experienced, motivated leader with strong management and organizational skills who is committed to ensuring quality services, supporting staff, and improving access to care for the individuals and families we serve.

Requirements

A master’s degree in a social science, health or human services, nursing, or health administration field plus five years of experience in a health service, social service or education program; OR

A doctorate in a social science, health or human services, nursing, or health administration field plus four years of experience in a health service, social service or education program.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.This position reports directly to the Executive Director of FPHSA and serves as a member of the Executive Leadership team.
Job Duties:
  • Directs and oversees the clinical and operational functions of FPHSA's behavioral health services, including licensed clinics and outreach locations, across the five parish service area.
  • Provides administrative oversight of mental health, substance use, crisis intervention, community support, housing, case management, and other community-based behavioral health services.
  • Develops, manages, and monitors the behavioral health operating budget, program expenditures, and contractual funding.
  • Oversees electronic health record implementation and maintenance to ensure accurate clinical documentation, reliable data reporting, and appropriate billing and revenue collection.
  • Ensures compliance with Louisiana Department of Health licensing requirements, CARF accreditation standards, agency policies, and established performance measures.
  • Assesses community behavioral health needs, develops program priorities, and implements strategies to improve service delivery, program effectiveness, and overall operations.
  • Oversees behavioral health contracts and collaborates with healthcare providers, governmental agencies, and community partners to coordinate services and ensure comprehensive care.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational Appointment or Promotional Appointment
Compensation: The salary range for the position is below.
  • Behavioral Health Regional Director: $36.87/hour minimum - $66.46/hour maximum 
Salary may be negotiable depending on the chosen applicant’s level of experience. Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title and NOT the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Location: This position serves over all behavioral health clinics and facilities, and it will be domiciled in our Executive Administration office located in Hammond, LA. However, travel will be required throughout our service area, which includes Livingston, St. Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.


Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. FPHSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Contact Information:

For further information on this vacancy, please contact:

Emily Barthelemy

HR Analyst C

Florida Parishes Human Services Authority

19184 Dr. John Lambert Drive

Hammond, LA 70403

emily.barthelemy@fphsa.org


Date Posted
11/10/2026
Job Reference
228310-BHRegDir-EXEC
Organization
LDH-Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Location
Hammond, LA 70802
Category
Executive
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