Director of Behavioral Health
Listed compensation
$91,645 - $137,467
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
We Are Gateway Regional Medical Center
Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare services to our community, promoting wellness and healing through innovative treatments, advanced technology, and a dedicated team of professionals.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and excellence, ensuring that every patient receives personalized care in a safe and nurturing environment. Together, we strive to enhance the health and well-being of those we serve and to be a trusted partner in their journey to better health.
Position Overview
The behavioral health nursing director provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing services within the behavioral health setting.
This role ensures that delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care in alignment with organizaitonal goals, regulatory standards, and best practices in behavioral health.
The direcotr oversees nursing staff, develops and implements policies and procedures, promotes staff develpment, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic treatment and recovery.
Through effective leadership, the director fosters a therapeutic environment that supports that emotional and psychological well-being of patients while promoting excellence in nursing practice.
Specifics
- Position: Director of Behavioral Health
- Department: Administration
- Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center 2100 Madison Ave. Granite City, IL 62040
- Position Status: Full-time
Education Qualifications
Required: Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing
Required: Master's Degree in Psychiatric and Mental health nursing (MSN-PMHNP) Or a master's degree with clinical and leadership experience in the behavioral health setting.
Certification Qualifications
- Required: Current Illinois Nursing License
- Required: Current Basic Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross BLS) certification
- Required: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training course (CPI) required within 1 month of hire date
- Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross ACLS)
Experience Qualifications
- At least 5 years health care experience
- Must have 3 years clinical staff nurse experience
- Must have at least 2 years management and/or supervisory experience
Company Benefits
Competitive Salary and Performance-based Incentives
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Click Benefits Guide to see all available
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching
- Vacation time and holiday pay
- Shift differentials
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
Pay Range
The pay range for this position is 91,644.80 - 137,467 per Year.
Disclaimer: Pay is determined based on various factors, including education level, years of experience, relevant certifications, and specific skills related to the position. The final compensation package will be discussed with Human Resources to ensure fairness and alignment with the candidate's qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Behavioral Health provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing services within the behavioral health department. They are responsible for overseeing nursing staff, implementing policies, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Psychiatric and Mental Health nursing or a related field, along with a current Illinois Nursing License. The role requires at least 5 years of healthcare experience, including 3 years of clinical staff experience and 2 years in a management or supervisory capacity.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Behavioral Health at Gateway Regional Medical Center a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Behavioral Health healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 14.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $115k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Listing-based score
- On-site
Living in Granite City
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $136k
- Typical market rent
- $999/mo
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 95.1
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).
BEA 2024 · St. Louis, MO-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.