Assistant Program Director

About the role

BHNC is seeking an Assistant Program Director to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Program. We offer comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, mileage reimbursement, ongoing training, supervision, and professional development. We are a Certified Great Place to Work and one of Massachusetts' Top 10 Employers.

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)
• 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
• 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 document appropriately
• Respond to on-call needs of program as needed
• Supervise, support, and guide program staff
• Address disciplinary issues as needed and complete 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

• 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

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities effectively
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders
• Experience working with severely and persistently mentally ill adults, severely emotionally disturbed children, and substance use disorders

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

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 per year

Schedule

N/A

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.