BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FACILITY MANAGER

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Unclassified
Job Number: 26-021-CARP-FM
Department: LDH-Capital Area Human Services District
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Central


About this Job
Why work for CAHS?

• Vision: CAHS excels at making lives better.
• Mission: To deliver caring and responsive services, leading to a better tomorrow.
• Philosophy : CAHS commits to the philosophy that all individuals are valuable members of the community. CAHS exists to help each person(s) served live productively in the location and environment of the choosing and abilities. CAHS staff works as a unified team to provide services and supports that helps person(s) served succeed in work, school, life, and other endeavors they purse.

Are you compassionate and experienced behavioral health leader looking to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Facility Manager to oversee the daily operations of our residential treatment center and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care.

A career with CAHS is more than just a job - it is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassionate care. Our supportive environment encourages professional growth while empowering employees to contribute to meaningful and impactful work every day.

If you are seeking leadership opportunity that combines purpose, service, and professional fulfillment, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional behavioral healthcare.

Minimum Qualifications


A master's degree in human or health services, social work, or a social sciences field; health care or behavioral health administration, nursing, or public health plus four years of experience providing health services, behavioral health treatment, social services, nursing, or counseling; OR

Job Specification


To direct the activities of the Capital Area Recovery Program (CARP) twenty-four hour addictive disorders treatment facility,

Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

• Oversees and assures the effective working operation and accessibility of the CARP Treatment Center while determining organizational requirements of personnel, materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Initiates professional correspondence, completes reports as needed, participates in in-service trainings for staff, completes required trainings promptly, and participates in integrated care outreach initiatives, as assigned.
• Administers treatment center programs by scheduling assignments and supervising the work of subordinate staff.

• Develop and administers the development of budget recommendations for operating services, capital outlay, personnel services, equipment and materials for the facility.
• Develop and makes recommendations in regards to CARP policies, procedures, and standards of care in accordance with overall agency policies.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Unclassified
Location: Capital Area Recovery Program (CARP)
Position: Full-Time
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:


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Contact Information:
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Capital Area Human Services District
12301 Coursey Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.