Division Director, Behavioral Health

JOB REQUIREMENTS: DIVISION DIRECTOR Behavioral Health Services Kenosha

County is seeking a leader to guide its behavioral health services,

shaping programs and partnerships that improve the wellbeing of

residents in our community. As Director of the Division of Behavioral

Health Services, you will serve in a high-impact leadership role where

your expertise and commitment to person-centered care can strengthen

services and create lasting change. If this sounds like the role for

you, apply today and help lead meaningful change. 2026 Hiring Range:

\$97,323 \$115,861 annually Position Summary and Job Duties Reporting to

the Human Services Director, the Director of the Division of Behavioral

Health Services is responsible for the overall administration of Kenosha

County\'s behavioral health services. The director will lead a team

involving direct staff and contracted agencies to plan, manage and

coordinate the division\'s programs and budget, monitoring outcomes and

assuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations and

industry standards of services. This role will be the department\'s

liaison to stakeholders and policymakers involved with the populations

served by the division. Job duties include: Leads and administers the

operations of the division, developing, communicating and reviewing

goals and expectations for direct-report staff and contracted services

Assures that division services are customer focused, person centered and

culturally respectful Initiates and participates in local meetings and

events to understand resident needs and engage with stakeholders for

coordination and service improvement Oversees the development and

monitoring of state contracts and grants and licenses Participates in

provider selection and contracting process Participates in budget

development, expense review and revenue generating strategies

Participates in grant identification and proposal development Maintains

a positive relationship with state staff; participates directly or

assures representation of the division at state meetings Presents

reports to citizen oversight and county board committees Assures quality

review of all programs and participation in quality improvement

strategies Responds to, meets with, provides coaching of, staff to

address difficult consumer issues and complaints Recommends members and

holds meetings for the required behavioral health committees in

accordance with state requirements Facilitates staff and management

meetings Assures that materials and communications created and/or

distributed from the division meet the highest level of accuracy and

professionalism Assure compliance of division activities with all

applicable laws, regulations and contract requirements Reviews proposed

legislation and policy and communicates their impact on the populations

served in a non-partisan manner in accordance with county policy

Performs other work as required or assigned Benefits Health, dental and

vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of

employment, with the ability to reduce premium contribution through

participation in a wellness program Flexible Spending Accounts Employee

Assistance Program Paid Time Off Paid Volunteer Time Twelve Paid

Holidays Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement

System which includes county-paid life insurance Tuition Reimbursement

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative

of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made

To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential

functions. This position involves light physical demands, such as

exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally, and up to 10 lbs. of force

frequently. Frequent standing and/or sitting for extended periods of

time, walking for extended periods of time, stooping, bending, climbing

stairs, and cons ant use of a computer Constant requirement to hear

normal speech; constant hearing and talking on telephone; ability to

hear faint sound Potential contact with hostile individuals; exposure to

emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief, and death;

frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration Vision

standards required by Division of Motor Vehicles to operate a motor

vehicle Selection Process Application Review - Qualifying Oral

Interview - Qualifying Background Check - Qualifying Drug Screen -

Qualifying If you require accommodations at any point in the selection

process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in

advance for arrangements. Applications must be submitted no later than

Friday, July 17, 2026, at 12:00 noon. To learn more about the Kenosha

County Division Of Behavioral Health Services, Please Visit

https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/263/Behavioral-Health-Services Kenosha

County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your

participation is required, which includes an employee contribution. The

full pay grade for this position is E13 (Min. \$97,323 Max. \$134,398

annually). We are located in Kenosha County, an expanding community

along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from

Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to

Live, Work, And Play, Please Visit

https://www.visitkenosha.com/orhttps://lifebalancedkenosha.com/. Thank

you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County! \*\*\*\*\*

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Success Factors Knowledge and

understanding of harm reduction principles Knowledge of community

stakeholders and resources Knowledge of best practices, current

research, and funding trends and sources Knowledge and understanding of

evidence-based principles and programs Skill in written and oral

communication Skill in leadership with demonstrated ability to apply

currently accepted leadership principles with direct supports and teams

Skill in creative thinking, customer service, and advocacy Ability to

work productively with local boards and committees, state staff and

policy makers Ability to work with diverse groups Ability to remain

courteous and professional at all times Ability to lead and develop a

diverse workforce and promote a sense of belonging for all staff Ability

to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs