SUD Coordinator

Brown Medicine; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown Medicine is seeking a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Program Coordinator to oversee the SUD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), contracts and partnerships for region CCBHCs, and to serve as a subject matter expert on SUD treatment and regulatory compliance.

The role includes training staff, ensuring services are documented and billed per ASAM standards, coordinating urinalysis, building community partnerships, and providing LCDP-level care as needed.

Qualifications

• Masters preferred in a clinical field and LCDP in good standing.
• At least 3 years in behavioral health or human services.
• At least 1 year overseeing behavioral health programs.
• Must have a personal vehicle to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SUD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and staff from treatment programs.
• Ensure IOP services are documented, billed, and compliant with regulations.
• Evaluate ASAM level of care and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Oversee urinalysis program logistics and contracts.
• Liaise with DCO agencies and community partners for SUD services.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate trainings on SUD topics.
• Provide consultation on integrated care and best practices.
• Provide a portion of direct LCDP-level client care.
• Maintain accurate health records and participate in ongoing education.
• Uphold confidentiality and agency policies.

Skills

Communication

Training

Outreach

Documentation

Travel

Education

Masters degree in clinical field

Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) RI DOH

Tools

ASAM knowledge

Job description

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Program Coordinator is responsible for programmatic oversight of the SUD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) service line, and contracts and partnerships relevant to SUD treatment for region CCBHCs. The SUD Coordinator is also a subject matter expert on substance use disorders, clinical best practices, and state and federal regulation applicable to outpatient treatment, and provides internal and external training and outreach on these topics.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Oversees SUD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), including staffing from treatment programs, implementation of EBP curriculum, assessment of client progress and clinical recommendations, and service workflow for referral in and out of program.

Ensures IOP services are appropriately rendered, documented, and billed following applicable state and federal regulation and medical necessity standards.

Evaluates and maintains compliance to IOP level of care as defined by ASAM and state and federal regulations.

Oversees workflow, contracts, and operations of urinalysis program for appropriate clients.

Serves as point of contact for laboratory staff and works with applicable managers and directors to maintain contract and services in good standing.

Serves as liaison to any Designated Collaborating Organization (DCO) agencies providing SUD services.

Develops, facilitates, and evaluates regular trainings on SUD topics including ASAM level of care tool, SBIRT, and integrated care.

Builds relationships with community partners, performs outreach and marketing regarding Gateway treatment services, with a focus on SUDs.

Provides consultation to program managers and staff on best practices in integrated care.

Provides a portion of direct client care within scope as LCDP.

Maintains detailed, accurate, and timely documentation in health record.

Enhances and maintains professional expertise through educational activities and trainings.

Follows agency policies and standards for client rights and confidentiality.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Masters’ degree in a clinical field (social work, counseling) preferred.

Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) from RI DOH in good standing.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 3 years experience working with in a behavioral health or human service setting.

At least 1 year experience in developing or overseeing behavioral health programs required.

Personal vehicle to allow travel between sites during work day, and ability to qualify for agency liability insurance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Pay Range:

$64,480.00-$106,412.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

GHI-Pawtucket-103 Bacon Street - 103 Bacon St. Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860

Work Type:

M-F 8:00-4:30 or similar

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

Brown Medicine

One of the largest nonprofit, academic, multi-specialty medical groups in RI.

Brown Medicine is a nonprofit medical group practice in Rhode Island, featuring over 200 physicians providing primary and specialty care within a coordinated healthcare network.

Medical Practices Hospitals and Health Care

Company size 201-500 employees

Company type Nonprofit Founded 1995

Total funding 0

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