Director of Behavioral Health Systems and Quality

The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Our mission:

We unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience.

How will you impact our mission? Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the largest and oldest non-profits in Idaho. Since 1953, Idaho Youth Ranch has provided healing and hope for Idaho’s kids. We use proven therapies and programs to help kids who have experienced loss or adversity transform childhood trauma into hope. We offer a statewide network of services to kids 9–24 years old and their families, including outpatient therapies, residential care, adoption services, and career readiness. These services are supported by statewide network of thrift stores that contribute a significant portion of the funds needed to support our services. 

Why unite with us?  Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion, where trust guides us to Transparency, and above all, where Joy sustains us.

What do we offer? In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Full time employees are eligible for affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings. All employees are eligible for a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few.

As the Director, Behavioral Health Systems and Quality, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the systems and functions that enable Idaho Youth Ranch’s Behavioral Health division to deliver high quality, mission aligned care. 

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree healthcare administration, behavioral health, public health, business, or a related field 
• 7+ years experience of progressive leadership experience in behavioral health, healthcare operations, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing quality assurance, compliance, or risk management functions in a clinical setting.
• Working knowledge of EHR systems and clinical technology platforms; experience leading or participating in EHR implementation or optimization preferred.
• Familiarity with behavioral health regulatory frameworks including Medicaid, Joint Commission, and Idaho state licensing requirements.

Preferred: 

• Master’s degree in a healthcare, behavioral health, or business-related field.
• Licensure as a clinical mental health professional (LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent).
• Experience in nonprofit or community behavioral health settings.
• Experience with Joint Commission accreditation processes or survey preparation.
• Familiarity with youth-serving organizations and trauma-informed care frameworks.

Our Director, Behavioral Health Systems and Quality will:

• Provide oversight and strategic direction to the Clinical Risk and QA team, ensuring that quality review processes are rigorous,
• timely, and actionable.
• Lead the EHR team in the maintenance, optimization, and strategic development of IYR’s electronic health record platform.
• Supervise the Learning & Development Manager, supporting the development and execution of a comprehensive training strategy for Behavioral Health staff.
• Develop and maintain reporting capabilities that translate operational data into meaningful insights for clinical and executive
• decision-making.
• Represent Behavioral Health Operations in cross-functional IYR initiatives including strategic planning, accreditation, and organizational quality efforts.

As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program. The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions. Speak with your loan provider for more information.

The Idaho Youth Ranch is an equal opportunity employer. 

This role is in Idaho and candidates need to be within a commutable distance to our location.