Behavioral Health Director of Quality

Behavioral HealthFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$70k

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Director of Quality is responsible for the integration and coordination of the facility quality/performance improvement program; integration and coordination of the medical staff services function; coordination of the risk management function; and assistance with maintaining facility-wide compliance with regulatory guidelines/standards.

  • Posted Salary Range
  • USD $65,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

Wage Commensuration

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develops plans and manages processes that measure, assess, and improve the quality of care in the following areas: facility governance, staffing, management, and clinical/support activities.

  • Develops and manages Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance principles and methods.
  • Develops and manages processes to continually assess and improve patient outcomes.
  • Encourages participation of all managerial staff in cross-organizational performance improvement activities.
  • Forwards all relevant information to the responsible leaders and individuals.
  • Meets organizational benchmarks for key quality areas.

Serves as the Chairman of the Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance Committee and is responsible for gathering information from each department and assisting with presentation to the committee. Prepares committee meeting minutes in an accurate and timely manner. The Administrator remains responsible for follow up with all departments related to Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance.

Formulates Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance data gathering activities and preparation of findings for appropriate meetings.

Assures timely follow-up on recommendations for action emanating from Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance meetings, with direct oversight from the Administrator.

Provides educational and technical assistance to facility departments and facility staff.

Assists in interpreting regulatory guidelines and facility standards and effectuating mechanisms toward full compliance.

Responsible for integrating the findings of the Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance program with risk management.

  • Qualifications & Requirements
  • RN, BS degree preferred.

A minimum of two years of nursing experience, licensed physical therapist or licensed social worker. Or a masters in a health related field. Prior management experience preferred.

Must possess current license in state(s) in which practicing.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is preferred.

Must Have the Ability to Be Empathetic

  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Must have excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Must have the ability to effectively utilize electronic medical records software.

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
  • PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off Plan

New Pet Insurance Discount Available

DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.

Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction

Tickets at Work - Entertainment Ticket Discounts

  • Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
  • Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
  • Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
  • In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Quality manages the facility's performance improvement and risk management programs to ensure high standards of patient care. They are responsible for coordinating medical staff services and ensuring full compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current nursing license, physical therapy license, or social work license, with a minimum of two years of experience. A bachelor's degree is preferred, and proficiency in electronic medical records and Microsoft Office is required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

ACLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Quality improvementRegulatory complianceClinical governanceData analysisLeadership

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 15% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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Loan repayment
18% this job
Relocation assistance
9%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Sumter

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$207k≈ 3.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,509/mo≈ 28% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.0
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Sumter, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Midlands Behavioral Health Hospital

Mental Health Care
Sumter, South Carolina

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
PerkSpot Discounts