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Chief Behavioral Health Officer

Location : St. Louis, MO
Job Type : Direct
Required Years of Experience : 5
Required Education : MD or DO
Job Industry : Healthcare - Health Services

Job Description :
 

Join our St. Louis, MO Team
Chief Behavioral Health Officer
Salary Range Starting at $225K - $340K (Dependent on experience)


 


Requirements to apply:


·       Active and Unrestricted Missouri License, DEA


·       Education: Medical degree from an accredited psychiatry residency program


·       Board Certification: Psychiatry


·       5 years experience in the field of Psychiatry


·       Work experience or strong desire to work in urban health care setting



We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Psychiatrist to lead our compassionate and collaborative outpatient care team. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment focused on patient-centered mental health care.


 


 


Job Overview


We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Psychiatrist to serve as Chief Behavioral Health Officer and lead a dynamic outpatient behavioral health team. This leadership role combines clinical excellence with strategic oversight, offering the opportunity to shape the delivery of integrated behavioral health services within a mission-driven healthcare organization. The position involves direct psychiatric care for patients aged 16 and older, as well as oversight of behavioral health staff, program development, and cross-department collaboration.


 


The ideal candidate will bring strong administrative skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and a passion for expanding access to high-quality mental health services. You will play a pivotal role in advancing initiatives related to Medication Assisted Treatment, community partnerships, and quality improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a board-certified Psychiatrist with at least five years of experience who is eager to influence systems of care while maintaining a meaningful clinical practice in a collaborative, equity-focused environment.


 


Work Hours Monday- Friday 8:00am to 5pm


 


Benefits:


 


·       Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


·       Employer-paid life and disability insurance


·       401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution


·       Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays


·       Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid CME days


·       Malpractice insurance coverage including tail coverage


·       Eligibility for loan repayment programs (e.g., NHSC or state-specific programs)


·       Leadership development and professional growth opportunities


·       Collaborative and mission-driven work environment focused on equity and inclusion


 


 


Where?


St. Louis, MO is an excellent place to place to settle down for singles, young professionals, and families without the hefty price tag that comes with living in a big city. It is the ideal place to experience the different seasons and is home to some of the best barbecue restaurants, St. Louis Cardinals, and the new CITYPARK. 


 


Who are we?


As one of the leading community health care providers in St. Louis, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive primary health services to the residents of St. Louis. With two state of the art facilities in the metropolitan area, we also work to improve the overall health of the communities it serves by reducing barriers to health care.




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Required Qualifications :
 

·       Active and Unrestricted Missouri License, DEA


·       Education: Medical degree from an accredited psychiatry residency program


·       Board Certification: Psychiatry


·       5 years experience in the field of Psychiatry


·       Work experience or strong desire to work in urban health care setting




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