ASAM Implementation Specialist – Clinical Systems & Training

Jefferson Center for Mental Health; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Travel between program sites

Job summary

Jefferson Center for Mental Health seeks an ASAM Implementation Specialist to serve as the clinical expert on ASAM Criteria and to drive implementation across behavioral health and substance use treatment programs. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and coordination with clinicians, quality staff, and operations to ensure standard ASAM practice.

The position focuses on expert guidance, program-wide adoption, and ongoing optimization of ASAM processes within a hybrid work environment, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and CAS certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical resource and expert on ASAM Criteria across programs.
• Coordinate ASAM implementation projects and track milestones.
• Develop ASAM-aligned workflows and documentation practices.
• Deliver training and technical assistance on ASAM standards.
• Support quality improvement and workflow redesign initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders, operations, quality, and IT.

Skills

ASAM Criteria expertise

Clinical assessment

Co-occurring disorders treatment

Consultation with clinical teams

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health or related field

Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS)

Licensed Addiction Specialist (LAC) preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Project management tools

Job description

Jefferson Center for Mental Health seeks an ASAM Implementation Specialist to serve as the clinical expert on ASAM Criteria and to drive implementation across behavioral health and substance use treatment programs. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and coordination with clinicians, quality staff, and operations to ensure standard ASAM practice.

The position focuses on expert guidance, program-wide adoption, and ongoing optimization of ASAM processes within a hybrid work environment, with