Behavioral Health Permanent Jobs in Portland, ME

Chief, MaineHealth Behavioral Health andChair of Psychiatry, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Maine MaineHealth Behavioral Healthcare and MaineHealth Maine Medical Center are the largest integrated behavioral health organization and the top tertiary care hospital in Maine, respectively. This system is backed by a comprehensive range of inpatient and community mental health services and plays a vital role within the integrated MaineHealth system.The system is seeking a Chief, MaineHealth Behavioral Health and Chair of Psychiatry at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center to succeed the long-serving incumbent, who will retire in January 2025.The OpportunityThe Chief of MaineHealth Behavioral Health and Chair of Psychiatry at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center position offers a fantastic opportunity for a physician executive with strong relationship-building skills, a proven ability to drive priorities in behavioral healthcare, and a keen interest in advancing educational and research programs within one of the nation’s most innovative and advanced behavioral health systems. The role reports to the Chief Medical and Transformation Officer, who is the most senior physician executive in the MaineHealth system.The Department Chair will oversee and lead the clinical, teaching, and research initiatives of the Department of Psychiatry at Maine Medical Center in Portland. This includes oversight of residency and fellowship training in general and child psychiatry, as well as the academic partnership with Tufts University School of Medicine. The role also encompasses supervision of specialized treatment and research programs, including the Developmental Disorders Program at the Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence.The Chief role is backed by a modern operating model, with support from a new Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This role oversees all clinical operations for Behavioral Health Services, including the 100-bed Spring Harbor Hospital and psychiatric services across the MaineHealth system.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will have successful and progressive leadership experience in a Medical Director, Division Chief, Associate Chair or Chair role gained within a major teaching hospital or academic medical center environment, ideally as part of an integrated delivery system and/or within the context of a larger health system with a strong academic infrastructure. There is a preference for prior direct experience within both inpatient and community mental health settings. This leader should be academically eligible for Associate Professor or Professor faculty appointment at the Tufts University School of Medicine. MD/DO degree or equivalent, and appropriate Board Certification are requirements.  The OrganizationA division of MaineHealth, MaineHealth Behavioral Health was established in 2014 through the merger of several highly respected and well-established behavioral healthcare organizations in Maine. This includes Spring Harbor Hospital, the only nonprofit psychiatric hospital in southern Maine with 100 beds, along with four community mental health agencies. Previously, these providers operated under a passive parent model, but today, MaineHealth Behavioral Health stands as the largest behavioral health service provider in the state. With locations in southern, western, and mid-coast Maine, it offers a comprehensive continuum of care, committed to creating a seamless system of behavioral healthcare. This includes coordinating hospital psychiatric care with community-based treatment services and enhancing access to medical care through integration with primary care services.MaineHealth is the largest healthcare system in northern New England. With $3.8B in net revenues, a solid financial foundation, and new leadership in place since 2023, the organization is prioritizing thoughtful integration for its wide range of inpatient and outpatient services across the region.The RegionPortland, Maine, is recognized as one of the nation’s premier small port cities. Its unspoiled landscapes, stunning vistas, outdoor activities, and excellent shopping attract many visitors. As the largest city in the state and a commercial hub, Portland is conveniently served by a national airport and Amtrak and is just about 90 minutes from Boston. The city offers a range of high-quality private and public educational options, along with diverse and affordable housing.Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:Charlotte Tinsley, Consultant c/o Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.comEllen Lockhart, MD, Vice PresidentTodd Drometer, Managing Executive PartnerExecutive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions, AMN Healthcare#AMN Healthcare#BESmith#BESRecruitment#LI-CT1

Vice Dean for Addiction Sciences Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of MedicineHuntington, West Virginia Marshall University envisions a world-class health system that serves as the hub for outstanding addiction care and treatment for the region, integration of all addiction services across the academic health system, expansion of addiction-related research and enhanced training opportunities.The OpportunityThe Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader for the role of Vice Dean for Addiction Sciences. This individual will be responsible for leading a team of dedicated professionals, supporting and growing existing staff and programs, and building new community initiatives.The Vice Dean will collaborate closely with the executive leadership of Marshall University, its Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall Health Network, the City of Huntington, and the division of addiction sciences within the Department of Family and Community Health at the medical school, to integrate addiction science efforts and advance the mission of delivering high-quality addiction treatment, community support, education, and research. This individual will oversee multidisciplinary teams for clinical treatment, promote and support prevention-educational endeavors, organize and lead research initiatives, and will seek and encourage publications and presentations in prestigious venues nationally and internationally.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be an innovative, agile and collaborative leader with experience in addiction treatment, research, or a related field, with a proven track record of leadership and management. They will be passionate about creating a broad university and community strategy to address the substance use problem through an integrated multidisciplinary approach. This leader will be an advocate for the resolution of substance use issues, providing influence at the state and federal levels to promote awareness and/or solutions. MD, PhD or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field is required.The OrganizationThe Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine partners with its clinical enterprise, Marshall Health, and its primary hospital partners at Marshall Health Network to fulfill the need for addiction care and treatment across West Virginia and surrounding communities. The Division of Addiction Sciences was established in the Department of Family and Community Health in 2018 with the goal of systemically addressing substance use in the community, West Virginia, across Appalachia, and beyond. The RegionBased in Huntington, West Virginia, Marshall University is situated in an attractive tri-state region bordering Kentucky and Ohio. West Virginia is known as the outdoor recreation capital of the eastern U.S., with easy access from Huntington to skiing and snowboarding, whitewater rafting, camping, zip lining, rock climbing, and mountain biking. The relationship between the university and Huntington is extraordinarily positive and mutually beneficial. Marshall serves as a culture center, while also playing a major role in rural health care delivery, improvement of elementary and secondary education, and regional economic development. Marshall’s economic impact in the region is estimated at $1.07 billion annually—a 14:1 return on public dollars invested in the university.Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:Charlotte Tinsley, Consultant c/o Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.comAnne Neubauer, Vice PresidentIra Issacson, MD, MBA, Of CounselExecutive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions, AMN Healthcare#BESmith#BESRecruitment#LI-CT1#AMN Healthcare