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Center Director

Erwin, NC 28339

Posted: 02/26/2026 Employment Type: Direct Placement Job Number: 27523844 Pay Rate: 120000-130000 USD/Hour

Job Description


Center Director –Behavioral Health
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Salaried
$120K–$130K

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Inpatient Center Director to lead program operations and clinical excellence for a Behavioral Health Organization. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned behavioral health professional who thrives at the intersection of clinical care, operations, and strategic growth.
About the Role
The Center Director will oversee the full scope of inpatient program operations, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered care. This role serves as the key liaison between hospital leadership, program staff, and external stakeholders, while driving performance, staff development, and program innovation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide overall leadership and administrative oversight of inpatient behavioral health services
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (state, federal, Medicaid/Medicare, and accreditation standards)
  • Manage program budget, monitor expenses, and optimize operational efficiency
  • Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary staff, including hiring, performance management, and training
  • Oversee clinical service delivery, ensuring best practices and high-quality patient outcomes
  • Partner with leadership to drive strategic planning, program development, and community engagement
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation in alignment with regulatory standards
Ideal Candidate
  • Strong background in mental health and/or substance use treatment
  • Proven leadership experience in an inpatient or hospital setting
  • Skilled in balancing clinical excellence with operational and financial performance
  • Exceptional communication, team-building, and relationship management skills
  • Confident decision-maker with strong critical thinking and crisis management abilities
Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field (preferred)
  • Licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) strongly preferred
  • OR Bachelor’s/MBA/RN with 5–10+ years of leadership experience in behavioral health
  • Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a clinical setting
  • Hospital administration experience highly preferred
Why This Role?
  • Direct hire opportunity with a competitive salary ($120K–$130K)
  • Lead a mission-driven program making a meaningful impact in behavioral health
  • Autonomy to shape program growth and clinical excellence
  • Collaborative leadership environment

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Drew Anson

Chief Delivery Officer

Drew Anson is Chief Delivery Officer at Phaxis, a Workforce Solutions Company based in New York.

In this role, Drew leads the delivery and recruiting working closely with the leadership team to define a model that is efficient at supporting the firm s current needs and is scalable for future growth.

Drew is a seasoned executive with more than 13 years of Services & Recruitment experience. In that time, he has supported numerous Fortune 100/500/1000 organizations across industries by providing global workforce solutions, namely resources and thought leadership for large-scale projects, implementations, and managed services.

Prior to joining Phaxis predecessor firm Park Hudson in 2021, Drew spent three years at engineering technology and talent solutions firm, Collabera, as Director of Sales in North Carolina. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly eight years at Insight Global, most recently as Sales Manager of the Columbus, OH office.

He holds a degree from Central Michigan University in Sales & Marketing.

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