About this opportunity
Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN) lists this Assistant Program Director opportunity in westfield, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recognized by The Boston Globe as one of the Top 10 Employers in Massachusetts! We are also proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work. BHN is currently seeking an Assistant Program Director to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Program! What We Offer
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement match
Generous paid time off and holidays
Mileage reimbursement for community-based work
Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
Career advancement opportunities with one in three positions filled internally
A supportive, mission-driven work environment
Recognition as both a Certified Great Place to Work and one of Massachusetts’ Top 10 Employers
Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
What You’ll Do
Provide administrative leadership (Administrator in Charge), oversight and direction for the Integrated team through the Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA).
Provide day-to-day clinical and administrative supervision to LPHA’s, Lead DC III, Lead Peer, Substance Use Counselor where assigned.
Chair program planning meetings and staff meetings.
With Sr. Program Manager and LPHAs, develop and implement orientation and training programs for staff.
Hire new employees with the approval of the ACCS Sr. Program Manager.
Respond to difficulties or complaints related to staff member's job performance.
Provide clinical supervision of licensed staff and other staff as required, assists with selecting intervention strategies for individuals at risk and/or difficult to engage.
Provide clinical and administrative supervision to assigned staff and documents appropriately.
Respond to on-call needs of program as needed.
Provides regular and direct supervision, support, and guidance to program staff.
Address disciplinary issues as needed and completes annual performance evaluations.
Monitor and create staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage to meet individuals served needs.
Who You Are
Master’s Degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy required.
Broad knowledge of mental illness and treatment techniques, particularly severely and persistently mentally ill adults, severely emotionally disturbed children, substance use disorders, and the impact of social determinants of overall health.
Minimum of 1-2 years of supervisory experience required.
Clinical Licensure (Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT) preferred. If unlicensed, the Assistant Program Director will work towards attainment of their independent license as required by the program.
We Hire for Purpose!
Since 1938, BHN has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive behavioral health services across Western Massachusetts. We support our staff with the same compassion and commitment that we extend to the individuals and families we serve.
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Worksite address
westfield, MA, 01085, US
Who can apply
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