BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEMS, INC.
BIRMINGHAM, AL

Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. (BHS), established in 1989 and headquartered in Birmingham, AL, is a privately held corporation dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services nationwide. Under the leadership of founder Deborah L. Stephens, who acts as Chairman and CEO, BHS administers mental health/substance abuse (MHSA) and employee assistance program (EAP) benefits for employers across the country. The organization operates a national preferred provider organization (PPO) with over 20,000 providers, emphasizing freedom of choice in care delivery. BHS’s diverse portfolio includes programs such as Safety First® (for drug testing), Behavioral Comp Management®, Behavioral Rx Management®, and Wellness First, reflecting its commitment to offering complementary products in behavioral health. The company is distinguished by a mission aimed at delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that are accessible and managed within the least restrictive treatment framework. Strategic business objectives focus on reducing medical benefit costs for employers, maintaining an exclusive network of quality providers, and meeting the comprehensive needs of purchasers. With a broad service coverage encompassing over 500,000 individuals through various programs such as carve-out plans, EAPs, drug testing, and wellness initiatives, BHS demonstrates its expansive reach. Notable personnel include Patterson with dual board certifications in psychiatry and neurology; Cooner who leads Safety First; Gordon overseeing financial operations; and Covington managing IT systems essential to client support. BHS encourages individuals seeking employment opportunities within their organization to contact via email for application submission. Incorporated in February 1989, the company maintains a Florida Registered Agent status with its main office located at Two Metroplex Drive, Birmingham, AL. BHS is in active compliance as per the latest annual report filed on January 8, 2025. Additional corporate details include a phone contact number (800) 245-1150 and an online presence at behavioralhealthsystems.com, guiding those interested to connect with company directors like Christopher Genovese, Bradley Fusco, and officer Theresa Johnson.