Clinical Director

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

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.

• 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

• Master’s 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

• 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