Director of Outpatient Services

Overview We are hiring a Director Of Outpatient Services to build and manage our PHP/IOP program!Location: Onsite in Austin, TXSalary: $105,000-120,000 annuallyWhy You’ll Love This RoleWe know top talent deserves top rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:• Relocation Assistance- We’ll support your move with a generous relocation package.• Professional Growth & Career Pathing - your development is our priority.• Executive Mentorship – Paired with a corporate clinical support from day one• Competitive Salary & Bonuses• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Company Match• Generous PTO - Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days.• Industry-Leading Training & Support - You’ll be paired with a corporate clinical mentor from day one.About the RoleThe Director of Outpatient Services is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations and long-term success of the facility’s partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP). This role is accountable for achieving key performance targets - including volume growth, financial performance, patient experience, and clinical quality – by driving clinical excellence, operational rigor, referral growth, and standardized care delivery across the behavioral health care continuum. The Director will serve as a clinical leader, performance coach, and community advocate, ensuring a seamless transition for patients stepping down from inpatient care and patients stepping up from community-based care.About UsCross Creek Hospital is an acute psychiatric hospital in Austin, Texas, offering approximately 196 licensed beds following a recent expansion to meet growing behavioral health needs in the region. The hospital provides inpatient, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) services for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Cross Creek Hospital treats a wide range of mental health conditions and co‑occurring substance use disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, and substance dependence, with detox services available as needed.Why Join UsJoin a mission-driven team dedicated to making a real impact in behavioral health. Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton, you’ll work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your work helps patients build healthier futures. Responsibilities Clinical & Operational LeadershipOversee day-to-day operations and clinical program for PHP and IOP services, including occasional facilitation of groupsAchieve key business objectives including ADC, visits, revenue, EBITDA, patient retention, patient satisfaction, and clinical quality outcomesMonitor KPIs regularly and adjust operations to meet goals, address barriers, and ensure continuous improvement.Serve as a visible leader with internal stakeholders to drive step-down admissions from inpatient units and build advocacy for outpatient care/behavioral health care continuumActively support business development and outreach activities to enhance brand awareness and drive direct admissions.Coordinate weekly group assignments and session topics to balance clinician workloads and tailor care to patient cohort needs. Utilize feedback, patient outcome data, and satisfaction surveys to enhance care delivery and program relevance and to ensure services remain accessible and responsive to the needs of the target population.Collaborate with divisional and corporate leadership on identifying and implementing strategic growth initiatives, including expansion planning and program development.Team Development & Supervision Hire, onboard, and retain a high-performing team Provide supervision, training, and mentorship for clinical and support staff, including therapists, counselors, BHAs, and students.Compliance & Quality AssuranceEnsure compliance with all relevant licensure, accreditation, regulatory, and contractual obligations (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, state laws).Develop and assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records and services delivered. Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:Required to be a Master’s or Doctorate-level Licensed Clinician – e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD.Minimum of 4 years in behavioral healthcare, including 2+ years of operations and managerial experience.Experience with PHP and IOP levels of care strongly preferred. Preference for experience working with acute psychiatric hospital and/or residential SUD treatment providers.LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:· Master’s or Doctorate-level Licensed Clinician – e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PhD (Clinical, Counseling or Educational Psychology), or PsyDSUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: Supervises a team of employeesWe are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.#LI-AM1#LI-ONSITE#LI-CCHAHCORPJob SummaryJob ID: 2026-104359Category: OperationsLocation : Name: Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton