Center Director Jobs in Virginia
Center Director jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in early childhood education, behavioral health, community services, and workforce development programs across a state that funds these sectors heavily. Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Virginia Beach are the largest hiring markets, home to anchor employers such as Inova Health System, Learning Tree International, and the Virginia Department of Social Services. The most sought-after specialties include early learning center leadership, adult day program direction, and community health center management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Inova is seeking an experienced, mission-driven behavioral health leader to oversee the Inova Kellar Center.
The Inova Kellar Center is a leading provider of outpatient behavioral health services for children, adolescents and their families across Northern Virginia. Founded in 1991, the Kellar Center offers a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance use disorder care, including individual, family and group therapy; psychiatric evaluation and medication management; psychological and educational testing; intensive outpatient programs; partial hospitalization; and an innovative special education school. With locations in Fairfax and Sterling, the Center is dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes safety, resilience, recovery and lasting well-being for young people and their families.
- Establishes and maintains effective and responsive relationships with community service Board, Human Rights advocates and licensing specialists. Manages the responsibility for risk management functions as mandated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) that include, but are not limited to, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, performing root cause analysis, monitoring risk trends, developing risk management strategies, and reporting findings to leadership and regulatory bodies.
- Provides strategic direction and management to direct reports and all employees in facilities.
- Ensures excellent employee engagement and manages staff development for direct reports. Manages daily operations and oversight of Human Resources activities and ensures team member training and competencies for the specific needs of facilities.
- Validates completeness and accuracy of data. Identifies and uses benchmarks and best practices appropriately.
- Develops and produces customized outcome reports and analyses to meet the needs of various audiences including staff, administration, medical staff, governance leaders and external accreditation and licensing.
- Ensures the alignment of processes and resources to enable the safe, efficient and effective delivery of patient care.
- Collaborates with service line executives to ensure operating unit compliance. Directs the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements:
Certification - Complete DBHDS-approved risk management training to include risk screening, investigations, root cause analysis and data analysis to identify risk patterns and trends within 6 months of hire.
Licensure - Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP)
Experience - Five years of related professional experience. Experience with P and L responsibility. Three years of progressive management experience.
Education - Masters Degree
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in pediatric behavioral health, mental health, or integrated healthcare setting.
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams that include physicians, psychologists, therapists, social workers, nurses, care coordinators, and other behavioral health professionals.
- Experience establishing collaborative relationships with pediatricians, primary care providers, schools, community organizations, philanthropic partners, and other healthcare partners.
- Knowledge of current trends, regulatory requirements, Virginia Children’s Services Act, reimbursement models, and best practices in pediatric behavioral and developmental health.
Inova is seeking an experienced, mission-driven behavioral health leader to oversee the Inova Kellar Center.
The Inova Kellar Center is a leading provider of outpatient behavioral health services for children, adolescents and their families across Northern Virginia. Founded in 1991, the Kellar Center offers a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance use disorder care, including individual, family and group therapy; psychiatric evaluation and medication management; psychological and educational testing; intensive outpatient programs; partial hospitalization; and an innovative special education school. With locations in Fairfax and Sterling, the Center is dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes safety, resilience, recovery and lasting well-being for young people and their families.
- Establishes and maintains effective and responsive relationships with community service Board, Human Rights advocates and licensing specialists. Manages the responsibility for risk management functions as mandated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) that include, but are not limited to, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, performing root cause analysis, monitoring risk trends, developing risk management strategies, and reporting findings to leadership and regulatory bodies.
- Provides strategic direction and management to direct reports and all employees in facilities.
- Ensures excellent employee engagement and manages staff development for direct reports. Manages daily operations and oversight of Human Resources activities and ensures team member training and competencies for the specific needs of facilities.
- Validates completeness and accuracy of data. Identifies and uses benchmarks and best practices appropriately.
- Develops and produces customized outcome reports and analyses to meet the needs of various audiences including staff, administration, medical staff, governance leaders and external accreditation and licensing.
- Ensures the alignment of processes and resources to enable the safe, efficient and effective delivery of patient care.
- Collaborates with service line executives to ensure operating unit compliance. Directs the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements:
Certification - Complete DBHDS-approved risk management training to include risk screening, investigations, root cause analysis and data analysis to identify risk patterns and trends within 6 months of hire.
Licensure - Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP)
Experience - Five years of related professional experience. Experience with P and L responsibility. Three years of progressive management experience.
Education - Masters Degree
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in pediatric behavioral health, mental health, or integrated healthcare setting.
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams that include physicians, psychologists, therapists, social workers, nurses, care coordinators, and other behavioral health professionals.
- Experience establishing collaborative relationships with pediatricians, primary care providers, schools, community organizations, philanthropic partners, and other healthcare partners.
- Knowledge of current trends, regulatory requirements, Virginia Children’s Services Act, reimbursement models, and best practices in pediatric behavioral and developmental health.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center director jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia Department of Education license or Virginia DSS-recognized director credential for child care centers
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, public health, or a closely related field
- Minimum three to five years of direct program management or supervisory experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia licensing regulations and compliance standards for the relevant center type
- Experience developing and managing operating budgets and grant-funded program resources
- Strong record of staff recruitment, onboarding, and professional development in a center setting
Center Director Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a center director in Virginia?
The path depends on the center type. For child care centers, Virginia requires directors to hold a Child Care Director Credential issued through the Virginia Department of Social Services or meet equivalent education and experience standards set by the Virginia Department of Education. Behavioral health and community service centers typically require a relevant licensure in that field plus supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point, and many Virginia employers require it before considering candidates for director-level roles.
Which companies hire center directors in Virginia?
Employers hiring center directors in Virginia right now include Virginia Commonwealth University, The Learning Experience, and Virginia Department of Corrections, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of government-funded nonprofits, federally contracted education organizations, and large health systems means many center director openings come from mission-driven employers with long-term, stable hiring needs.
Which Virginia cities have the most center director jobs?
Richmond, Charlottesville, and Virginia have the most center director openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's density of federally funded nonprofits and contracted education programs drives a large share of postings, while Richmond's position as the state capital anchors demand from state agencies and community health organizations, and Virginia Beach draws openings tied to its large military-connected community services sector.
Are there remote center director jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Center director roles are inherently on-site because they involve direct oversight of staff, facilities, and program participants. About 33% of center director openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be administrative or policy-focused director roles rather than hands-on program leadership positions.
How can I get hired as a center director in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead teacher, program coordinator, or assistant director role first, then building toward director eligibility. Large Virginia employers such as Inova, Northern Virginia Family Service, and county-run Head Start programs regularly hire associate-level program staff and promote from within. Earning the Virginia Child Development Associate credential or enrolling in a Virginia Community College System early childhood administration program signals readiness and gives candidates a measurable edge when applying to director roles.
Where can I find and apply to center director jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to center director jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across early education, behavioral health, community services, and related sectors. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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