Risk Manager

Overview

A leading behavioral healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Risk Management to oversee risk, safety, and compliance operations for a facility located in the Greater Birmingham, Alabama area
. This senior leadership role is critical to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance, patient safety, and accreditation readiness, with a strong emphasis on Joint Commission standards
.

The Director of Risk Management will partner closely with executive and clinical leadership to lead investigations, evaluate critical incidents, implement corrective action plans, and foster a proactive culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization.

Experience with in behavioral health settings
, particularly detox and substance-use treatment environments
, is strongly preferred.

A competitive relocation package is available for qualified candidates outside the Birmingham metro area.

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of healthcare risk management experience
  , with behavioral health experience strongly preferred
• Experience in detox or substance-use treatment programs is a plus
• At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience
• Strong working knowledge of Joint Commission standards
  , federal and state regulations, and accreditation requirements
• Demonstrated professionalism in interactions with patients, families, and staff
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to remain vigilant in a safety-sensitive environment
• Ability to remain calm and effective during crises, critical incidents, or high-stress situations
• Solid understanding of healthcare compliance and privacy regulations
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field
• Hands-on experience supporting Joint Commission surveys, audits, or accreditation preparation

• Lead and oversee all risk management functions within a behavioral health and addiction treatment setting
• Partner with facility and organizational leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate safety and risk concerns
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements, including Joint Commission standards
• Oversee the investigation, documentation, and analysis of sentinel events and critical incidents
• Lead root cause analyses and guide the development and execution of corrective action plans
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation within risk management systems
• Provide training and guidance to staff on risk management policies, incident reporting, and compliance expectations
• Participate in compliance investigations and support follow-up actions as needed
• Analyze trends and risk data to proactively reduce liability and enhance patient safety
• Support performance improvement initiatives through data-driven risk insights