Program Director- TSS

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.

$70K — $100K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in a clinical or human-services field preferred.
  • Clinical licensure (LADC I, LICSW, or LMHC) preferred.
  • Minimum five years of experience in human services, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
  • Prefer experience in leading substance-use treatment or transitional-support services.
  • Knowledge of Massachusetts DPH Bureau of Substance Addiction Services regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical and operational leadership for Transitional Support Services program.
  • Plan and organize program operations in line with BHN's mission and regulations.
  • Ensure delivery of trauma-informed and recovery-oriented services in a safe environment.
  • Oversee admissions, treatment planning, and transitions to next care levels.
  • Maintain program compliance with licensing and regulatory standards.
  • Lead recruitment, training, and professional development of program staff.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on budgeting and resource planning.
  • Build relationships with referral sources and community providers for coordinated care.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible work schedules or remote work options may be available.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do:
  • Provide clinical, administrative, fiscal, and operational leadership for BHN's Transitional Support Services program.
  • Plan, develop, organize, and direct program operations in alignment with BHN's mission, program goals, and applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
  • Ensure high-quality, person-centered, trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and recovery-oriented services within a safe and supportive residential environment.
  • Oversee admissions, census, service coordination, treatment planning, documentation, utilization review, and transitions to the next appropriate level of care.
  • Maintain program licensing and regulatory compliance, including applicable Massachusetts DPH and Bureau of Substance Addiction Services requirements.
  • Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision, performance evaluation, corrective action, and professional development for program leaders and staff.
  • Monitor incidents, complaints, staff training, documentation quality, productivity, financial records, contract billing requirements, and quality-assurance activities.
  • Partner with senior leadership on annual budgeting, resource planning, operational forecasting, and the responsible use of program resources.
  • Build strong relationships with referral sources, payers, community providers, recovery supports, and other BHN programs to promote coordinated transitions and continuity of care.
  • Evaluate program outcomes, update policies and procedures, support accreditation activities, and represent BHN at community and provider meetings as needed.

Who You Are:
  • High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in a clinical or human-services field preferred.
  • Clinical licensure, such as LADC I, LICSW, or LMHC, preferred.
  • At least five years of experience in human services required, including a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
  • Experience leading substance-use treatment, recovery, residential, or transitional-support services preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Massachusetts DPH Bureau of Substance Addiction Services regulations and applicable licensing requirements.
  • Commitment to individual empowerment, human rights, harm reduction, person-centered trauma-informed care, recovery, and community integration.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage program operations, monitor performance, and respond effectively to complex situations.
  • Excellent verbal, written, organizational, technological, collaboration, and conflict-resolution skills.

Salary Range: $70,000-$100,000

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