Aftercare Coordinator
Behavioral Health Network, Inc.

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and a Certified Great Place to Work. We were recently recognized by The Boston Globe as a Top 10 Employer in Massachusetts.

We are seeking Aftercare Coordinators to engage and support adults in early drug & alcohol addiction recovery at the Carlson Recovery Center program at Behavioral Health Network!

What We Offer:

• Ability to support life-changing services for the local community
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Educational Assistance opportunities
• Excellent PTO
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Direct collaboration with program leadership
• Ability to expand your knowledge of mental & behavioral health resources

What You'll Do:

At the Carlson Recovery Center, we believe in the unique strengths, skills, and empowerment of the individual to motivate their treatment and recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction. In our 32-bed program, adults aged 18 and older who need CSS stabilization services can receive individualized recovery supports for up to 30 days.

As an Aftercare Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of individuals served at all times.
• Understanding the assessed needs of individuals served to facilitate referrals to community-based support.
• Researching & communicating access to the continuum of care, including primary care, housing, etc., to individuals served.
• Collaborating with the individual's family, BHN treatment team & other agencies to ensure successful referrals to & engagement in next steps in the continuum of care.
• Providing information, referrals, and follow-up as specified in the treatment plan of the individuals served.
• Completing transition plan and required documentation in a timely and thorough manner.
• Gathering information and completing billing enrollments.
• Facilitating diverse treatment groups, as needed.
• Transporting individuals served to community supports, as needed.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• At least one year of experience working with substance use disorders (SUD)/addiction recovery (required).
• Working knowledge of ASAM (Addiction Society of Addiction Medicine) levels of care criteria as well as internal and external resources available to individuals served (required).
• Familiarity with DPH BSAS regulations and community referral sources (preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with internet, word processing, and email systems.
• Valid driver's license & car available for work purposes (required).
• Vehicle for use during all working hours should be registered and inspected in accordance w 540 CMR 4.00 (required).

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care across Western Massachusetts. Our core values - Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork - guide how we lead, how we serve, and how we support one another.

If you're ready to support individuals on the road to addiction recovery, we encourage you to apply. Apply today at www.bhnworks.org !

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.

Available Schedules:

Full Time: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Pay Range:

$21.50/hr - $25.27/hr

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