Clinician - Respite (Per Diem) at Behavioral Health Network (BHN)

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recently recognized by The Boston Globe as the 10th best employer in Massachusetts. We're also proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to supporting our team and the individuals we serve.

Join us as a Clinician in our Adult Community Crisis Stabilization (A-CCS) and help guide our team in providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals in crisis.

What You’ll Do:
As the Clinician for the CCS/Respite program, you will lead the day-to-day clinical and operational oversight of a short-term, intensive crisis stabilization program. You’ll supervise a team of dedicated staff, facilitate treatment planning, conduct assessments, and ensure that services meet the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Provides high quality community-based care to all individuals served

•  Triages workflow for site, attending to daily schedule.

•  Develops and documents comprehensive assessment, IAP, Safety plan, including risk 
  assessment, diagnosis, mental status, social functioning, utilizing evidence-based tools
  such as Columbia scale, Arizona, and Cage, interacting with providers and significant 
  others to assess individual’s needs and current situation.

•  Determines and implements treatment and referral response, based on assessment, using 
  the least restrictive alternative.

•  Completes paperwork in a clear, timely manner in order to document assessment, 
  progress, and disposition results.

•  Facilitates psycho-educational and recovery groups appropriate for A-CCS program.

• Participate or conducts daily case meetings for treatment and disposition planning with 
  program staff and collateral providers.

•  Writes discharge summaries and develops individual's discharge plans

• Oversees treatment planning for individuals served during shift.

What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: Training and supervision to support your learning and career development.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside dedicated behavioral health professionals in a collaborative setting.
• Award-Winning Workplace: BHN is ranked as the 10th Best Employer in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe.
• Diverse Workplace: Bilingual candidates and individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Impactful Role: Help individuals achieve mental health goals in a safe and supportive setting.

Who You Are:

•  Master’s Degree in clinical program required

• Licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts (strongly preferred)

• Experience with crisis or inpatient experience preferred

• Experience with a variety of treatment approaches for various behavioral health issues

• Strong supervisory, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to manage high-acuity cases with professionalism and collaboration

• Possesses knowledge and motivation to work with a behavioral health population

• Dedicated to equity, inclusion, and culturally competent care

We Hire for Purpose!
Since 1938, BHN has been delivering high-quality, affordable, and culturally appropriate behavioral health services. Our team is mission-driven, deeply collaborative, and committed to making a lasting impact. We’ve been named one of Massachusetts’ top employers and proudly hold the Certified Great Place to Work designation—because we know how we treat our team directly impacts the care we provide.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'Apply for Job' below or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply!

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.