Licensed Clinical Director-(LPC-MHSP, LCSW, LMFT)

Job Description

Job DescriptionCompany: Guiding Star Mental Health
Company Location: Antioch, TN
Position: Licensed Therapy Clinical Director (LMP-MHSP, LCSW, or LFMT)
Position Location: Tennessee Hybrid; remote home office with client visits throughout state of Tennessee.
Employment Status: Full-time direct hire
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Compensation: $90,000 - $150.000 BOE

About Us:
At Guiding Star Mental Health, we’re not just providing mental health services—we’re transforming lives. As a growing startup with a mission to bring hope and healing to senior citizens in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities, we’re passionate about delivering compassionate care to those who need it most. We’re building a community that believes in making a real difference, and we want you to be part of it.

We’re not your typical mental health care provider. Our team is built on collaboration, respect, and empathy. With us, you’ll be part of an amazing culture that values your voice, your growth, and your impact. We’re in the business of transforming mental health care for seniors—and we’re looking for therapists who want to help us light the way.
Why Join Us?

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Work directly with seniors, helping them navigate emotional challenges and find greater peace and joy in their lives.
• Startup Energy: Get in on the ground floor of an exciting startup with endless opportunities to grow and shape your career in a positive, mission-driven culture.

Position Summary:A Therapy Clinical Director oversees a therapy practice's clinical operations, staff, quality of care, regulatory compliance, and financial health, often serving as a liaison between clinical and administrative functions. Key responsibilities include staff supervision and development, ensuring quality patient care, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and potentially providing direct patient care. The role combines administrative and clinical expertise, requiring strong leadership and business acumen alongside clinical knowledge and experience. Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight: Ensures high standards of patient care, monitors treatment plans, and may conduct direct therapy services.
• Staff Management: Recruits, trains, and supervises clinical and administrative staff, conducts performance reviews, and provides professional development.
• Business Operations: Manages daily operations, oversees billing and finance, reviews financial data, and participates in creating outreach and marketing strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures the practice meets all state and federal regulations, licensing requirements, and accreditation policies.
• Quality Assurance: Implements and evaluates patient care programs, ensuring therapy procedures are effective and appropriate.
• Liaison: Serves as a point of contact for providers and other departments, connecting clinical and administrative functions.

What You Offer

Strong Clinical Background
- Requires extensive experience as a therapist and a solid understanding of the clinical area.
Leadership Skills:
- Essential for leading teams, fostering a positive work environment, and taking ownership of initiatives.

Business Acumen:
- Includes financial management, budgeting, marketing, and understanding operational data.

Regulatory Knowledge:
- A strong understanding of relevant state and federal laws, regulations, and professional ethics.

Why This Opportunity is Special?
At Guiding Star Mental Health, you’re not just filling a role—you’re building a legacy. You’ll be working with seniors at a pivotal moment in their lives, helping them rediscover their joy and purpose. And as part of our startup, you’ll be part of a team that’s growing together, pushing boundaries, and redefining mental health care for an underserved population.