Manager- Behavioral Health

St. Mary’s Healthcare has been providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Mary’s Hospital, the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and other locations, the local, independent healthcare organization offers the comprehensive, critical services its community needs and deserves.

St. Mary’s Healthcare has also been named a 2026 Times Union Top Workplace-the first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 15 years ago. Job Requisition: MGRBE002081 Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Hours: 40 Hours per week Hiring Range: Starting at $ 72,092.

80 annually. The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities

Develops specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which support the strategic plan and vision. Assesses quality of patient care and coordinates patient care services. Oversees performance management, staff satisfaction and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment, and payroll. Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations.

Complexity of Work: Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required Credential(s): One or more of the following: Counselor specializing in Alcohol and Drug Abuse credentialed from the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Counselor specializing in Prevention credentialed from the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Social Worker credentialed from the New York Board of Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the New York Board of Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Counselor specializing in Mental Health credentialed from the New York Board of Mental Health Practitioners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Psychologist credentialed from the New York Board of Psychology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required. Work Experience: 3 years of experience required. 1 year of leadership or management experience required.

Required Skills

Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job. Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive. Excellent customer service skills Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion. Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.

Demonstrates flexibility Takes initiative Able to work in a fast-paced environment Embrace new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel). Strong organizational skills. Effective interpersonal skills.

Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner. Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.