Job Description
Job DescriptionHands-On Clinical Leader | Systems Builder | Compliance-Driven | Core Agency–Experienced Clinical AuthorityPTWMSI is seeking a hands-on, decisive Clinical Director with direct experience working within, supporting, or building clinical infrastructure aligned with Core Service Agency (CSA) or equivalent community mental health regulatory environments. This role requires a clinical leader who understands not only behavioral health care delivery—but the regulatory, operational, and clinical systems required to operate a compliant, audit-ready outpatient mental health program.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Standards, Quality & Technical Leadership
- Establish, maintain, and enforce clinical standards across PTWMSI programs, ensuring consistent, high-quality, trauma-informed care.
- Develop and implement clinical workflows, documentation standards, and treatment planning requirements aligned with DBH Chapter 30 and Core Agency expectations.
- Serve as the organization’s primary clinical authority, providing consultation on complex cases, clinical decision-making, and evidence-based practices.
- Ensure clinical systems and workflows support regulatory compliance, quality care delivery, and operational scalability.
Compliance, Fidelity & Core Agency Regulatory Alignment
- Serve as the clinical lead for compliance with:
- Joint Commission standards
- DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) Chapter 30 regulations
- Core Service Agency (CSA) clinical and operational requirements
- CAFAS implementation and fidelity
- Grant-funded clinical program requirements
- Lead audit readiness efforts, including chart reviews, documentation audits, corrective action planning, and remediation.
- Translate regulatory and accreditation requirements into clear, actionable expectations for clinicians and supervisors.
- Support the organization’s readiness for Core Agency designation and ongoing regulatory compliance.
Training, Supervision & Clinical Infrastructure Development
- Provide clinical supervision, consultation, and guidance to clinicians and clinical supervisors as appropriate.
- Maintain a small case load
- Develop and deliver training focused on:
- Clinical reasoning and defensible treatment planning
- Documentation quality and audit readiness
- Compliance with DBH, Joint Commission, and regulatory standards
- Core Agency clinical and operational expectations
- Build clinical capacity and ensure staff understand regulatory and clinical standards required for compliant service delivery.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Organizational Development
- Partner with executive leadership, including the CEO, COO, Medical Director, Compliance Officer, and Program Leadership, to strengthen clinical infrastructure and compliance readiness.
- Identify gaps in clinical systems and implement solutions that improve quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Ensure clinical integrity and compliance scale appropriately as the organization grows and expands services.
Direct Clinical Involvement (Strategic and Targeted)
- Provide clinical consultation and limited direct service delivery as needed, including case consultation, crisis support, or program support (e.g., DC MAP).
- Maintain active clinical engagement to ensure leadership decisions remain grounded in clinical practice.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field
- Active DC LICSW, LPC, or license eligible in Washington, DC
- Minimum 5 years of behavioral health clinical experience
- Minimum 2 years providing clinical supervision, program leadership, or advanced clinical consultation
Who Thrives in This Role
- Has worked within or understands the regulatory structure of a Core Service Agency or equivalent environment
- Can identify operational and clinical gaps and implement effective solutions
- Leads through expertise, clarity, and accountability
- Is comfortable building clinical infrastructure and systems
- Wants to help build and scale a compliant, high-quality behavioral health organization