Vice President of Clinical Operations at Nevada Behavioral Health / NovumHealth – Murray, Utah

*Seeking Clinical Operational Leaders, director level and above.*

Our Mission
To create an organization that sets the standard of excellence in the compassionate treatment of behavioral health and addiction disorders.

Who are we?
Since 2015, Nevada Behavioral Health Systems (NBH) has been providing mental health and substance abuse services to residents across Nevada. By collaborating with a diverse network of experienced behavioral healthcare providers, we have built a community-based care system that offers members personalized options tailored to their individual needs. In 2023, we rebranded as NovumHealth with the expansion of our services in Arizona, California, and Utah.

Position: Director of Clinical Operations
Location: Utah – Onsite (This role is not eligible for Remote or Hybrid)
Starting Salary Range: $145,000
The starting salary range for this role is a reasonable estimate, with a goal to pay a competitive market salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education and certification, skills, and internal pay equity.

What’s the role?
As the Vice President of Clinical Operations at NovumHealth, your primary purpose is to provide strategic leadership and oversight of all clinical operations across the organization. You will be responsible for optimizing clinical processes, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and driving operational excellence in healthcare services. Your strong leadership, clinical expertise, and business acumen will play a vital role in advancing the organization's mission to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities we serve.

What you’ll need to start:
•Minimum of 5 years in a care coordination or care management role, and 3 years of which are in behavioral health.
•Minimum Masters degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
•Must hold an active and unrestricted license to practice in Utah as a Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, LCSW, LCMHC, or LMFT.
•Must pass drug screening and background check in order to start employment with Novum Health.
•Must be willing to receive vaccinations in accordance with hospital and state requirements.

What you’ll do:
•Provide clinical leadership and oversight for mental health programs and services, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and best practices.
•Collaborate with clinical partners regarding member care, demonstrating clinical expertise in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders
•Recruit, supervise, and mentor a team of mental health professionals.
•Lead the development and expansion of behavioral health programs, including outpatient services, crisis intervention, and telehealth options rooted in evidence-based treatment.
•Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations and implement quality assurance initiatives.
•Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive clinical quality, patient safety, and operational efficiency.
•Foster strong relationships with payers, regulators, and community partners to support growth and sustainability.
•Ensure ethical conduct and compliance with laws and regulations regarding patient privacy and consent.
•Additional Duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring:
•Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking abilities to guide behavioral health operations and drive improved mental health outcomes.
•Strong clinical knowledge and expertise in mental health and substance abuse treatment, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse behavioral health professionals and stakeholders.
•Business acumen and financial management skills to optimize behavioral health resources and budgets.
•Understanding of behavioral health regulations, quality improvement initiatives, and accreditation standards.
•Proven track record in driving clinical excellence, patient safety, and positive mental health outcomes.
•Visionary mindset and ability to anticipate and adapt to changing trends and challenges in the behavioral health industry.
•Decisiveness and the ability to make informed, data-driven decisions in complex clinical situations.
•Strong organizational skills to manage multiple behavioral health programs and initiatives.
•Commitment to the highest ethical standards and integrity in all behavioral health and administrative decisions.

What will make you stand out:
•Previous experience in behavioral health or healthcare environments.
•More than 5 years of experience in operations management or a related leadership role, and more than 3 years in a people management role.
•Strong knowledge of operational principles, practices, and methodologies.
•Experience in developing and implementing operational strategies and process improvement initiatives.
•Experience in healthcare or mental health is strongly preferred.

What do we offer?
•Competitive Salary
•Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, and paid sick time
•Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance (Employee-paid)
•Optional supplemental Insurance Coverage
•Company paid access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
•401k Retirement Savings Plan
•Free Financial coaching and access to Credit Lines and Personal Loans through FinFit
•Preferred Auto, Home and Renter’s insurance through Allstate
•Employee Discounts through Corestream
•…and so much more!
Please note: This list is not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Offerings may vary based on subsidiary entity or geographic location

Additional information:
•At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
•We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.