Chief Program Officer

Chief Program Officer 

Make a Lasting Impact on Young Lives
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children and teenagers struggling with mental
health challenges? Join our dedicated team at Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri, where
we're committed to providing premier behavioral healthcare that treats the whole person, not just
the diagnosis.

About Us
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion.

Your Impact
As a Chief Program Officer on our team, you'll be driving innovative clinical and educational programming. ​​

• ​Oversee clinical, educational, and therapeutic programs, ensuring alignment with our strategic vision.
• Lead the development of evidence-based programming for vital initiatives, including our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility and Neurodivergence Program
• Foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
• Champion quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with all regulatory standards
• Mentor and develop program leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.​​​​​​​
• Contribute to budget planning and ensure operational efficiency while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for residents. 

What We Offer
Competitive Compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off
• Supportive team environment

Complete Benefits Package

• Health insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance plans

Ideal Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing, Social Work, Counseling, Healthcare Administration, or related behavioral field
• Minimum five year of progressive leadership experience in behavioral health field. 
• Experience in child and adolescent psychiatric residential treatment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing multidisciplinary teams including nursing and clinical services.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards (CMS, Joint Commission, State Licensing) 
• Commitment to completing CPR and Handle with Care Training within 30 days

Why Choose Perimeter Healthcare?
We're one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, offering comprehensive
treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our commitment to excellence and
patient-centered care creates an environment where you can grow professionally while making a
meaningful difference in people's lives.

Join Our Inclusive Team
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation,
pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, or protected
veteran status.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our mission of delivering hope and healing to
those who need it most.