Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Flexible schedule
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Clinical Director to lead and oversee all clinical operations at our substance abuse treatment facility. The Clinical Director is responsible for ensuring high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based treatment services while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. This role provides clinical leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to support positive client outcomes and staff development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and oversight of all clinical programs and services
- Ensure compliance with state licensing, accreditation (e.g., CARF, Joint Commission), and regulatory requirements
- Develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based treatment protocols and clinical policies
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinical staff, including therapists, counselors, and case managers
- Ensure accurate clinical documentation and timely completion of treatment plans, assessments, and discharge summaries
- Collaborate with executive leadership on program development, quality improvement, and organizational goals
- Manage clinical risk, crisis intervention, and ethical decision-making
- Participate in utilization review, audits, and outcome tracking
- Maintain strong communication with referral sources, community partners, and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Masters or Doctoral degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
- Active, unrestricted clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, PhD) required
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment
- At least 2 years of clinical leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of addiction treatment modalities, trauma-informed care, and co-occurring disorders
- Experience with compliance, accreditation, and clinical quality assurance
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience serving as Clinical Director or Program Director in a substance abuse treatment setting
- Familiarity with CARF or Joint Commission accreditation processes
- Experience in both residential and outpatient treatment settings