Implementation Science Specialist

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Nashville, TN, USA
In-Office
82K-123K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Other
The Role
Leads implementation science and organizational transformation initiatives to close the research-to-practice gap in behavioral health. Promotes adoption of evidence-based practices, assesses barriers and facilitators, develops change strategies and implementation plans, builds organizational support, manages workflows, and partners with multidisciplinary teams. Reviews research portfolios to identify system-wide growth opportunities and applies dissemination and implementation theory in community behavioral health settings.
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Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!


JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Leads change and organizational transformation to close the ‘research to practice’ gap at Centerstone. Works internally across the organization and with external partners to assist teams in identifying opportunities for growth and change. Promotes the adoption of clinical models, evidence-based practices (EBPs), and other innovations. Assesses barriers and facilitators of change to effectively design and implement change strategies. Leads and partners with multi-disciplinary teams to assess buy-in, build motivation and a supportive organizational culture. Specializes and serves as a thought leader in implementation science practice areas (e.g., drivers, barriers/facilitators assessments, frameworks). Has a key role in supporting transformational change. Works in partnership with teams to establish implementation plans, manage workflows, organizes complex information. Reviews Research Institute project portfolios to identify system-wide opportunities for growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works internally across the organization and with external partners to assist teams in identifying opportunities for growth and change.
  • Promotes the adoption of clinical models, evidence-based practices (EBPs), and other innovations.
  • Assesses barriers and facilitators of change to effectively design and implement change strategies.
  • Leads and partners with multi-disciplinary teams to assess buy-in, build motivation and a supportive organizational culture. Specializes and serves as a thought leader in implementation science practice areas (e.g., drivers, barriers/facilitators assessments, frameworks).
  • Has a key role in supporting transformational change.
  • Works in partnership with teams to establish implementation plans, manage workflows, organizes complex information.
  • Reviews Research Institute project portfolios to identify system-wide opportunities for growth.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.

QUALIFICATIONS

         

Education Level              

Masters degree with Doctorate in Psychology or a related behavioral health field. Doctrine preferred.

Years of Experience       

Eight years of professional experience in clinical research, translational science, or other academic setting required. Requires the ability to apply D&I theory and research to community behavioral health clinic environments to facilitate adoption of excellent clinical practices. Specialized training and/or a proven track record of research in Dissemination and/or Implementation Science (D&I).

Certification/Licensure 

N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Range:

$81,850.00--$122,740.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

  • Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

  • 403b retirement plan with company match

  • Paid time off and ten paid holidays

  • AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Continuing education opportunities

  • Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Psychology or a related behavioral health field
  • Doctorate in Psychology or a related behavioral health field
  • Eight years of professional experience in clinical research, translational science, or an academic setting
  • Ability to apply dissemination and implementation theory and research in community behavioral health clinic environments
  • Specialized training or a proven research track record in Dissemination and Implementation Science
  • Strong written, verbal, in-person, and virtual communication skills

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HQ: Nashville, TN
2,387 Employees

What We Do

Centerstone is a not-for-profit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.

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