Center for Human Development (CHD) has a tremendous leadership opportunity for a Vice President of Adult Mental Health and Substance Use Services for one of the most respected social service and behavioral health agencies.  CHD is a dynamic, fiscally strong non-profit with an annual budget of 180 million dollars, nearly 2,300 staff serving 25,000 children, adults, and families each year in Massachusetts and Connecticut.

The Vice President of Adult Mental Health and Substance Use Services provides leadership, direction, and oversight to the Center for Human Development’s Adult Mental Health (AMH) and Substance Use Treatment (SUD) programs located in Massachusetts. She/he ensures the design, development, and ongoing implementation of high-quality services to individuals and families who are troubled, at risk, and/or in need of residential, outreach, and/or rehabilitative services. These programs, totaling over $40 million, provide support to over 1,000 individuals and are funded by DMH, DPH and BSAS.

As the VP of AMH and SUD responsibilities include program development and expansion, supervision and support of at least four Program Directors, oversight of CHD’s role as a lead agency in the Adult Clinical Community Services (ACCS) system and oversight of three residential recovery homes and one respite home for adults, adolescents, and women and children. There is a strong emphasis on relationship building and partnerships within the private provider networks and funder communities in this role. CHD supports subcontractors in the ACCS system, and the VP is a key liaison and leader within that service system. The VP also has responsibility for complex budget management, planning and decision making that furthers CHD’s mission, implementation of services through person centered recovery approaches, participation in corporate and programmatic strategic planning, building and maintaining relationships with regional and area funding source representatives and trade organizations, and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in human services, management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of progressive leadership experience in human services.
• Proven experience in multi-level supervision and program development.
• Deep knowledge of Massachusetts mental health and substance use systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in budget management, contract negotiation, and community networking.

Success Profile:

The ideal candidate is: Assertive, confident, and goal oriented. A collaborative team player with a high energy level. Skilled in crisis response and staff support. Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Apply today to and be part of CHD’s amazing 50-year history of innovation, empowerment, and excellence!