Hospital for Behavioral Medicine Names Allison Bernier Chief Operating Officer

(Worcester, MA) – The Hospital for Behavioral Medicine (HBM) has named Allison Bernier as the new Chief Operating Officer. She will have oversight of the Operations, Business Development, Outpatient, and Intake teams.

Allison comes to HBM with over 20 years of experience in the behavioral healthcare field. Most recently, Allison served as Senior Director of Integrated Behavioral Health for Brockton Hospital – Signature Healthcare, Brockton, MA. She also continues to participate as a part time Clinical Social Worker in the Emergency Department at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI, and is an Adjunct Professor of Social Work at Bridgewater State University.

Randall Hines, CEO of HBM shares, “Allison’s appointment as COO at the hospital continues to signify that the hospital is very invested in the growth of Massachusetts facilities. With our commitment to the behavioral health market in New England, and continued market expansion, we see growth for Allison in Massachusetts.”

When asked about the opportunity, Allison commented, “This is a wonderful opportunity to come to this hospital and make a difference as they continue to grow. My experience has led me to this opportunity, and with the great need in the market for mental health services, I definitely see long term growth here.”

Allison has a Masters in Social Work from Rhode Island College, as well as a BS in Sociology from Bridgewater State. She lives in West Warwick with her family.