6 Mental Health Professional jobs in Saudi Arabia

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

This opportunity is with one of the largest healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia, operating a network of 26 hospitals and multiple medical service centers. The system provides healthcare services to a broad population that includes active-duty personnel, retirees, family members, and civilians referred through other healthcare systems.

In recent years, mental health has emerged as a national priority in Saudi Arabia. To address the increasing complexity and prevalence of mental health conditions, the organization is establishing aCenter of Excellence in Mental Health (MHCoE) . This center will develop and apply world-class capabilities across its healthcare network. The MHCoE will:

• Serve as the central authority for military-related mental health within the healthcare system,
• Lead the development of clinical service models, policies, and standardized care pathways,
• Deliver specialized tertiary mental health services tailored to military-specific needs (e.g., trauma, PTSD, addiction, geriatric care, and complex psychiatric cases),
• Oversee the training, certification, and professional development of the mental health workforce,
• Guide infrastructure and technology development across facilities,
• Promote research and innovation with a focus on military and digital mental health,
• Standardize mental health data reporting and analytics,
• Coordinate and integrate mental health services across the network.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned mental health leader to shape a transformative initiative as the founding co-leader of a high-impact mental health institution in Saudi Arabia. Serving as Joint Managing Director of the MHCoE—and as a senior advisor on autism care—the selected candidate will work closely with a national counterpart to establish and operate a world-class mental health center.

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Contract Type: Full-time preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected candidate will serve as an executive coach to the appointed Managing Director while also sharing accountability for the MHCoE’s establishment and operations. Key responsibilities may include:

• Developing and implementing a strategic plan to achieve the center’s vision of excellence in mental health,
• Evaluating and enhancing the operational performance of the mental health network,
• Conducting a comprehensive audit of care delivery, clinical operations, research, communication, and outreach,
• Leading transformation initiatives within psychiatry departments to streamline operations and improve patient experience,
• Establishing global partnerships with leading mental health institutions,
• Designing and tracking KPIs to measure performance and drive improvement,
• Supporting executive leadership in aligning mental health services across the system.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate should:

• Have led the development or management of a recognized mental health center or multi-site program of excellence,
• Be a psychiatrist (preferred) or clinical psychologist with expertise in military mental health,
• Bring a minimum of 15 years of leadership experience in mental health operations, including at least 8 years in senior roles,
• Demonstrate a strong grasp of care models, financial management, and healthcare regulatory frameworks,
• Possess a proven track record of implementing strategic plans that drive efficiency and improve outcomes,
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to build, mentor, and motivate teams,
• Be data-driven with experience managing large, complex healthcare organizations,
• Show adaptability and resilience in fast-paced healthcare environments,
• Be committed to developing local leadership through active coaching and knowledge transfer.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

This opportunity is with one of the largest healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia, operating a network of 26 hospitals and multiple medical service centers. The system provides healthcare services to a broad population that includes active-duty personnel, retirees, family members, and civilians referred through other healthcare systems.

In recent years, mental health has emerged as a national priority in Saudi Arabia. To address the increasing complexity and prevalence of mental health conditions, the organization is establishing aCenter of Excellence in Mental Health (MHCoE) . This center will develop and apply world-class capabilities across its healthcare network. The MHCoE will:

• Serve as the central authority for military-related mental health within the healthcare system,
• Lead the development of clinical service models, policies, and standardized care pathways,
• Deliver specialized tertiary mental health services tailored to military-specific needs (e.g., trauma, PTSD, addiction, geriatric care, and complex psychiatric cases),
• Oversee the training, certification, and professional development of the mental health workforce,
• Guide infrastructure and technology development across facilities,
• Promote research and innovation with a focus on military and digital mental health,
• Standardize mental health data reporting and analytics,
• Coordinate and integrate mental health services across the network.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned mental health leader to shape a transformative initiative as the founding co-leader of a high-impact mental health institution in Saudi Arabia. Serving as Joint Managing Director of the MHCoE-and as a senior advisor on autism care-the selected candidate will work closely with a national counterpart to establish and operate a world-class mental health center.

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Contract Type: Full-time preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected candidate will serve as an executive coach to the appointed Managing Director while also sharing accountability for the MHCoE's establishment and operations. Key responsibilities may include:

• Developing and implementing a strategic plan to achieve the center's vision of excellence in mental health,
• Evaluating and enhancing the operational performance of the mental health network,
• Conducting a comprehensive audit of care delivery, clinical operations, research, communication, and outreach,
• Leading transformation initiatives within psychiatry departments to streamline operations and improve patient experience,
• Establishing global partnerships with leading mental health institutions,
• Designing and tracking KPIs to measure performance and drive improvement,
• Supporting executive leadership in aligning mental health services across the system.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate should:

• Have led the development or management of a recognized mental health center or multi-site program of excellence,
• Be a psychiatrist (preferred) or clinical psychologist with expertise in military mental health,
• Bring a minimum of 15 years of leadership experience in mental health operations, including at least 8 years in senior roles,
• Demonstrate a strong grasp of care models, financial management, and healthcare regulatory frameworks,
• Possess a proven track record of implementing strategic plans that drive efficiency and improve outcomes,
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to build, mentor, and motivate teams,
• Be data-driven with experience managing large, complex healthcare organizations,
• Show adaptability and resilience in fast-paced healthcare environments,
• Be committed to developing local leadership through active coaching and knowledge transfer.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

This opportunity is with one of the largest healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia, operating a network of 26 hospitals and multiple medical service centers. The system provides healthcare services to a broad population that includes active-duty personnel, retirees, family members, and civilians referred through other healthcare systems.

In recent years, mental health has emerged as a national priority in Saudi Arabia. To address the increasing complexity and prevalence of mental health conditions, the organization is establishing a Center of Excellence in Mental Health (MHCoE) . This center will develop and apply world-class capabilities across its healthcare network. The MHCoE will:

• Serve as the central authority for military-related mental health within the healthcare system,
• Lead the development of clinical service models, policies, and standardized care pathways,
• Deliver specialized tertiary mental health services tailored to military-specific needs (e.g., trauma, PTSD, addiction, geriatric care, and complex psychiatric cases),
• Oversee the training, certification, and professional development of the mental health workforce,
• Guide infrastructure and technology development across facilities,
• Promote research and innovation with a focus on military and digital mental health,
• Standardize mental health data reporting and analytics,
• Coordinate and integrate mental health services across the network.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned mental health leader to shape a transformative initiative as the founding co-leader of a high-impact mental health institution in Saudi Arabia. Serving as Joint Managing Director of the MHCoE—and as a senior advisor on autism care—the selected candidate will work closely with a national counterpart to establish and operate a world-class mental health center.

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Contract Type: Full-time preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected candidate will serve as an executive coach to the appointed Managing Director while also sharing accountability for the MHCoE’s establishment and operations. Key responsibilities may include:

• Developing and implementing a strategic plan to achieve the center’s vision of excellence in mental health,
• Evaluating and enhancing the operational performance of the mental health network,
• Conducting a comprehensive audit of care delivery, clinical operations, research, communication, and outreach,
• Leading transformation initiatives within psychiatry departments to streamline operations and improve patient experience,
• Establishing global partnerships with leading mental health institutions,
• Designing and tracking KPIs to measure performance and drive improvement,
• Supporting executive leadership in aligning mental health services across the system.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate should:

• Have led the development or management of a recognized mental health center or multi-site program of excellence,
• Be a psychiatrist (preferred) or clinical psychologist with expertise in military mental health,
• Bring a minimum of 15 years of leadership experience in mental health operations, including at least 8 years in senior roles,
• Demonstrate a strong grasp of care models, financial management, and healthcare regulatory frameworks,
• Possess a proven track record of implementing strategic plans that drive efficiency and improve outcomes,
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to build, mentor, and motivate teams,
• Be data-driven with experience managing large, complex healthcare organizations,
• Show adaptability and resilience in fast-paced healthcare environments,
• Be committed to developing local leadership through active coaching and knowledge transfer.

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:

The MRSS Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) will provide mobile response and stabilization services to youth ( 2-20) and families who have called the crisis hotline with a family identified crisis. The MRSS Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) will respond face-to-face (in person or via video conferencing) with another MRSS Team member to high risk crisis situations within an hour to assess the youth and stabilize the family. After the initial 72 hours, the family will receive on-going stabilization and care coordination services from the MRSS QMHS and other members of the MRSS team in various community settings. The team works to provide support – including education and consultation for parents and/or caregivers, case coordination, and symptom management and monitoring for up to 42 days. Work hours are flexible, some evenings may apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide mobile response to a family identified crisis within one hour.
• Engage youth and families in de-escalating the crisis and assess for risk.
• Facilitate hospitalization for clients as necessary.
• Assist with the completion of the CANS assessment and help develop a safety plan and a MRSS plan.
• Provide ongoing stabilization services with the youth and families for up to six weeks.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment according to HIPPA guidelines. All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
• Recognize the significance of the parent and/or caregiver in the client’s life and demonstrate the skills to engage the client, primary family, and other supportive adults in the treatment planning process.
• Accept assignment of cases from the supervisor to provide QMHS Services for clients, their families, and/or significant others as needed, including: community organizations, schools, other health and social service professionals, the justice system, and other agencies involved with the client.
• Provide QMHS Services including, but not limited to:
  • development/review of the client’s treatment plan.
  • crisis work – providing assistance and support in crisis situations.
  • support, including education and consultation for families and/or significant others regarding the client’s mental illness.
  • individual interventions.
  • symptom monitoring and self-management of symptoms.
  • assistance in increasing social support skills and networks.
  • coordination of necessary evaluations and assessments, including referral and linkage to other healthcare, behavioral health care, and non-health care services to avoid more restrictive levels of treatment.
  • coordination of all services identified on the client’s treatment plan.
  • necessary follow-up to determine if services are adequately meeting the needs of the client.
  • access to resources in the community.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Work a flexible work week which can include evenings and weekends.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training.
• All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree .
• Licensure:After hire, must complete agency training needed for the Qualified Mental Health Specialist Certification.
• Skills: Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
• Core Expertise: Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
• Cultural Competency: Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
• Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional .
• Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of experience working with youth and families in a mental health setting.
• Other:First Aid and CPR training required and provided by agency. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company. Must be approved by Applewood to transport clients in own vehicle

BENEFITS

At Applewood, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners.

Our offerings include:

• Salary Range: $22.50 - $3.5 per hour depending on relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Sign-On Bonus: 1,500
• Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate ( 5, 10, 15) option.
• Wellness program including free preventative care
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Pet insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal
• Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term , hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

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Applewood Centers, Inc. (“Applewood”) is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on , , , , , , , (40 and over), , military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Mobile Response Stabilization Program Manager, the Licensed Shift Supervisor will handle crisis calls from the 24/7 hotline, coordinating face-to-face (in person or via video conferencing) responses to high-risk crisis situations within an hour to assess youth and stabilize families. There is no productivity expectation, as crisis calls are managed by the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Provide clinical supervision.
2. Manage program needs including scheduling, programming, and administration to maintain effective therapeutic services during shifts.
3. Manage agency-required documentation and reporting systems.
4. Flexibly cover clinical roles of the program as needed to ensure continuous operations during staffing shortages.
5. Maintain and develop the clinical record through timely completion of documentation in compliance with licensing and accreditation standards.
6. Respect client privacy and confidentiality, handling all client-related documents according to agency guidelines.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training.
2. Maintain current trainings, certifications, and licensure as per regulations.
3. Uphold high standards of ethical and professional conduct, following agency policies.
4. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
2. Licensure: LSW, LPC, LMFT required; LISW, LPCC, or IMFT preferred.
3. Skills include strong organizational and time management abilities, cultural competency, effective communication, professionalism, teamwork, and problem-solving.
4. Minimum of two years supervisory experience with youth and families in a mental health setting.
5. Knowledge of DSM-5, family systems, and crisis intervention.
6. First Aid and CPR certification (provided by agency).
7. Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; approval to transport clients in personal vehicle required.

BENEFITS & SALARY:

Salary: $65,000; Sign-On Bonus: $,000; Monthly on-call incentive: 150; Annual CEU reimbursement; Monthly cell-phone allowance; Health and Rx plans; Wellness program; Paid time off and holidays; Tuition discounts; Retirement plan; Pet insurance; Life and disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Continuing education support; Additional benefits including dental, vision, voluntary life, and more.

Applewood Centers, Inc. is a private, nonprofit agency serving children, adolescents, and families in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on protected categories.