Use your supervisory experience in addiction treatment to serve individuals at Behavioral Health Network!

Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as the Program Director in the Opioid Treatment (OTP) Clinic program at Behavioral Health Network!

**NOTICE**

In accordance with the BHN Mandatory COVID vaccine policy - all staff, interns, temps, residents, and contractors are required to be fully vaccinated no later than day one of employment. Medical or religious exemptions will be offered and must be approved prior to starting work.

The same guidelines noted above apply during flu season (defined as December 1st – through end of flu season as announced by the CDC) for BHN’s Mandatory Influenza Vaccine policy.

Additionally, BHN is a Tobacco Free workplace. All Staff, interns, temps, residents, and contractors agree not to smell of or use Tobacco or ENDS products while on paid work time or within sight of any BHN facility.

Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Opioid Treatment (OTP) Clinic program with the following:

• Assuming primary responsibility for clinical, administrative, fiscal, and operational management for Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) in conjunction with senior and program leadership teams.
• Planning, developing, organizing, and directing the operation of the OTP in order to meet its mission and goals as well as the requirements of all federal, state and local regulatory and/or accrediting bodies.
• Collaborating with BHN leadership to implement the mission and standards as a vehicle for improving clinical outcomes and individual served and staff satisfaction.
• Developing annual departmental Performance Improvement Plan to strengthen services and continuum of care among substance abuse treatment services.
• Providing direct supervision to approximately 5-10 employees, including clinicians, the Nurse Supervisor/Manager, and the Office Supervisor.
• Overseeing staff relations including recruitment, training of new program staff, completing performance appraisals and corrective actions, and staff professional development & licensing.
• Engaging in public relations, marketing, advocacy, and referral development activities to promote and strengthen public & state (DPH) perception of quality substance abuse services.
• Forecasting future departmental and organizational requirements based on healthcare trends.
• Reviewing psychiatric and programmatic issues pertaining to the provision of methadone services in coordination with the Medical Director.
• Providing training and implementing clinical models and practices which reflect evidence-based best practice.
• Leading nursing and clinical treatment teams which ensure interdisciplinary care coordination in meeting individual served, family, payer expectations.
• Providing clinical consultation & supervision for mental health and nursing staff regarding patient care, behavior and milieu management across the continuum.
• Monitoring service coordination and caseload management for individuals served.
• Monitoring the formulation and completion of treatment plans, progress notes, and group notes.
• Overseeing research and grant opportunities as presented.

Who are we?

BHN/OTP is a Medication Assisted Treatment Program to assist individuals who are addicted to opiates and are experiencing their dysfunctional effects to gain and maintain the skills needed to achieve an opiate-free lifestyle. The OTP program uses evidence-based medication protocols approved by the Medical Director to ensure patients safely detox from these substances. These protocols are implemented through assessment and re-assessment practices throughout the process.

Behavioral Health Network is a growing non-profit community behavioral health agency that has been providing services to children, adults, families and communities in Western Massachusetts since 1938. BHN provides comprehensive, outcome-driven behavioral health care. We are dedicated to offering high quality, affordable and culturally appropriate care to people of all ages and income levels in our constituent communities.

Reasons to work with BHN:

• Work with an agency who does amazing things for others
• You will be able to change a person’s life
• You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health
• You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency
• You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment
• You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available

What are we looking for in a Program Director?

• Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration for individuals served (required).
• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Addictions, or related field (required).
• Independent licensure (LMHC, LICSW) (required).
• Demonstrated and documented experience managing an SUD program (preferred).
• At least three (3) years of advance practice in clinical work with addicted and dually diagnosed patients (required).
• At least three (3) years of clinical supervision and/or management experience (required).
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts of addiction treatment (required).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills (required).
• Strong customer service skills (required).
• Proven creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate others.

How do I apply to be a Program Director?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply!

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.