Human resources (HR) is a broad term that covers everything involving employees, and the tools and processes you use to manage them. This includes hiring, compensation, payroll, employee training, termination, and tax and labor laws. Some aspects of HR involve compliance with state and federal requirements. If your behavioral health business has any employees, you…
Finding and keeping the right employees is a challenge for any industry. Here are some ways to make sure you hire the right candidate for your behavioral health organization. Know what you want. For recruiting new team members, “I’ll know it when I see it” is not enough! Take time to decide exactly what you…
For behavioral health and addiction treatment providers, a new electronic health record (EHR) system is a big investment. Not only does it carry a financial cost, but it requires significant time and staff effort to learn and implement. Here’s how to make sure you get a good return on investment (ROI) with your new EHR,…
How should behavioral health organizations prepare for a recession? As the economy struggles, organizations across all industries are preparing for a serious downturn. The National Bureau of Economic Research traditionally defines a recession as “a significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy and that lasts more than a few months.” This…
Residential treatment options, from independent living programs to intensive wilderness therapy experiences, can help many young people who struggle with substance misuse. Many of these programs fall under the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs. Participants can improve their problem-solving and communication skills and develop healthier living habits, often after traditional therapy models have…
What do you offer your behavioral health clients? How do you contribute to your community and your field? What makes you different from other providers in your area? The answers to these questions determine your value proposition. This is an essential part of defining your behavioral health business and guiding many of your decisions. What’s…
When opening your own behavioral health practice, your business plan can make or break your practice. From your clinical approach to your administrative operations, a business plan should guide your decision-making in all aspects of your practice. Here’s how to get started: Start small and go slow. Launching your behavioral health practice is exciting, but…