Assistant Program Director (ACCS)

About the role

BHNC is seeking an Assistant Program Director to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Program.

Responsibilities

• Overall clinical and administrative supervision of the ACCS team, staff, and functions
• Day-to-day oversight of the program, supervision of the staff, scheduling, personnel management, and program quality and development
• Administrative leadership (Administrator in Charge), oversight and direction for the Integrated team through the Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA)
• 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
• 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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Unlicensed, the Assistant Program Director will work towards attainment of their independent license as required by the program

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse treatment

Benefits

• 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

$60,000 - $68,000 per year

Schedule

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How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of members of the community as an Assistant Program Director, we’d love to hear from you! Click “Apply for Job” below or visit www.bhnworks.org to apply today.