Neighborhood Health Center of WNY, Inc.
Associate Behavioral Health Director
Neighborhood Health Center of WNY, Inc., Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Associate Behavioral Health Director
Location: Buffalo, NY
If you believe healthcare is a right, that everyone deserves high quality care so they can enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing, and you value each person's individual story – consider joining us at Neighborhood!
We are seeking an associate behavioral health director who is passionate about community healthcare and can implement the direction and management of the Healthy Steps program, both services and staff.
About the Role As an associate behavioral health director in a Federally Qualified Health Center, you’ll be a forward‑thinking strategic leader, using your analytical skills to implement quality initiatives and provide administrative and clinical oversight for a wide range of patients, including those who are underinsured or uninsured.
You’ll report directly to the behavioral health director and have strong influencing ability in your role. You’ll be a part of an integrated care team dedicated to patient‑centered care for the underserved population, and manage a team of licensed social workers focused on improving the care experience for our patients.
Essential Duties
Manage the Healthy Steps staff.
Oversee Healthy Steps program performance.
Collaborate across clinical departments to ensure an integrated care model.
Provide care as an LCSW.
You will be primarily based at one of our locations, and will occasionally travel to other Neighborhood sites.
What It’s Like To Work At Neighborhood The top three words employees say describe the work environment are
inclusive ,
teamwork , and
supportive . These come from an anonymous survey of Neighborhood employees for the Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work competition. Neighborhood has earned “finalist” distinction in the competition the last three years. We are a group of flexible, kind, and diverse individuals who are open to each other’s ideas and see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Education and Experience
Requires a master’s degree in social work or equivalent from an accredited program and a current, unrestricted New York State social work license, LCSW. Eligibility for FQHC credentialing and participation in federal programs required.
Early childhood and experience with families preferred.
5+ years of clinical experience preferred.
2-5 years of administrative or clinical leadership experience required.
FQHC or healthcare experience preferred.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow‑through.
Kindness: treat each person with respect and compassion, valuing each person’s story.
Resiliency: see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Teamwork: open to others’ unique perspectives and collaborate to meet shared goals.
Able to read, write, and speak the English language.
Compensation $$76,000 – $83,000 (based on a full‑time work week).
Benefits You’ll have options for medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403(b) match, health savings account with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing education opportunities, paid lunch break, remote work options, generous paid time off and holidays. Malpractice coverage is provided at Neighborhood Health Centers through FTCA.
About Neighborhood Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest‑serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and is the highest‑ranked health center for quality in the region. We provide access to primary and integrated healthcare services all under one roof, regardless of a person’s ability to pay. Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB‑GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services. We’re working toward a Western New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing.
Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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If you believe healthcare is a right, that everyone deserves high quality care so they can enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing, and you value each person's individual story – consider joining us at Neighborhood!
We are seeking an associate behavioral health director who is passionate about community healthcare and can implement the direction and management of the Healthy Steps program, both services and staff.
About the Role As an associate behavioral health director in a Federally Qualified Health Center, you’ll be a forward‑thinking strategic leader, using your analytical skills to implement quality initiatives and provide administrative and clinical oversight for a wide range of patients, including those who are underinsured or uninsured.
You’ll report directly to the behavioral health director and have strong influencing ability in your role. You’ll be a part of an integrated care team dedicated to patient‑centered care for the underserved population, and manage a team of licensed social workers focused on improving the care experience for our patients.
Essential Duties
Manage the Healthy Steps staff.
Oversee Healthy Steps program performance.
Collaborate across clinical departments to ensure an integrated care model.
Provide care as an LCSW.
You will be primarily based at one of our locations, and will occasionally travel to other Neighborhood sites.
What It’s Like To Work At Neighborhood The top three words employees say describe the work environment are
inclusive ,
teamwork , and
supportive . These come from an anonymous survey of Neighborhood employees for the Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work competition. Neighborhood has earned “finalist” distinction in the competition the last three years. We are a group of flexible, kind, and diverse individuals who are open to each other’s ideas and see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Education and Experience
Requires a master’s degree in social work or equivalent from an accredited program and a current, unrestricted New York State social work license, LCSW. Eligibility for FQHC credentialing and participation in federal programs required.
Early childhood and experience with families preferred.
5+ years of clinical experience preferred.
2-5 years of administrative or clinical leadership experience required.
FQHC or healthcare experience preferred.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow‑through.
Kindness: treat each person with respect and compassion, valuing each person’s story.
Resiliency: see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Teamwork: open to others’ unique perspectives and collaborate to meet shared goals.
Able to read, write, and speak the English language.
Compensation $$76,000 – $83,000 (based on a full‑time work week).
Benefits You’ll have options for medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403(b) match, health savings account with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing education opportunities, paid lunch break, remote work options, generous paid time off and holidays. Malpractice coverage is provided at Neighborhood Health Centers through FTCA.
About Neighborhood Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest‑serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and is the highest‑ranked health center for quality in the region. We provide access to primary and integrated healthcare services all under one roof, regardless of a person’s ability to pay. Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB‑GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services. We’re working toward a Western New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing.
Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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