Program Director-OTP

About the Role

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence throughout the state, we are seeking a Program Director to join our OTP team and advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Leadership – Shape treatment philosophy and clinical models of care for a vital substance use treatment program.
• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Massachusetts communities since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the OTP, ensuring compliance with DPH, CARF, and other regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Oversee budget development, monitor revenue and expenses, and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Lead the OTP Management Team, providing administrative and/or clinical supervision to clinicians, the Nurse Supervisor/Manager, and Office Supervisor.
• Manage recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and professional development of program staff.
• Develop and lead the annual Performance Improvement Plan to strengthen quality and safety of care.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director on psychiatric and programmatic issues related to methadone services.
• Serve as clinical consultant for mental health and nursing staff on patient care and milieu management.
• Oversee counselor caseloads, treatment plans, and clinical documentation compliance.
• Act as liaison to regulatory bodies, referral sources, payers, and the community, engaging in marketing and advocacy for substance use treatment services.
• Maintain clinical licensure and continuing education requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Addictions, or a related field.
• Independent licensure (LMHC, LICSW) required.
• 3+ years of advanced clinical practice with individuals with substance use and dual diagnoses.
• 3+ years of clinical supervision and/or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of addiction treatment theories, principles, and evidence-based practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to empowerment and community integration for individuals served.

Pay

Salary Range: $71,000-$90,000