EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

September 5, 2025

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DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Horizon Health is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health to oversee the Behavioral Health Program at First Health Moore Regional Health in Pinehurst, NC. This unit is a 28 bed adult/ dual diagnosis program. Included in these responsibilities are: 1) the development and maintenance of a high-quality treatment program; 2) the development and implementation of a comprehensive community relations program; and 3) strategic planning, program administration, and development.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs as liaison between Program, Hospital and Horizon; communicating information and needs appropriately
  • Supports Hospital and Horizon missions, goals and objectives
  • Provides leadership and direction in accordance with Hospital guidelines
  • Provides clinical supervision for Program nursing, counseling, patient support and administrative staff
  • Develops, in coordination with assigned VP, Clinical Practice, implements and updates all policies and procedures for the Program
  • In coordination with the Hospital, ensures the Program meets and maintains all federal, state, local and accrediting bodies’ regulations and standards
  • Participates in assessing and reassessing the program needs of the patient
  • Supervises all patient care and sets guidelines for accurately reporting and recording of patient symptoms, reactions, and progress
  • Develops processes to audit and coordinate ongoing education to ensure all staff are trained on proper documentation of all aspects of the patient’s care
  • Recruits, interviews, and selects qualified staff for the Program.
  • Provides for professional growth and development of staff through identification of needs, development of individual training plans and participation in training programs

About Pinehurst, NC:

Pinehurst offers a compelling mix of Southern charm, natural beauty, and community spirit. This desirable location has a large golfing community with a well known legendary Pinehurst Resort. It has excellent health care and a high quality of life. It has well rated public and private schools, and has close proximity to beaches and mountains.

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