Director, Clinical Services - Woodbridge, VA;

Director, Clinical Services - Woodbridge, VA (FT)

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate‑access behavioral health crisis care. Founded by emergency‑room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our physician‑led and data‑driven model delivers recovery‑oriented treatment to individuals in crisis, connecting them to community resources. We are committed to improving access, inspiring hope, and providing the right support.

• Lead all aspects of the clinical interdisciplinary team, planning, developing, and implementing operational practices that deliver individual‑centered, timely, safe, effective, efficient, equitable, and recovery‑oriented care.
• Establish and model a culture of continuous clinical excellence, performance improvement, and professional growth. Provide timely and consistent feedback to promote positive behaviors.
• Partner with Medical Leadership to ensure high‑quality, consistent service delivery across all disciplines; identify clinical opportunities to improve revenue through billing. Manage fiscal aspects of clinical service delivery, including monthly budget reviews, revenue‑expense analysis, and participatory budgeting.
• Identify, manage, and measure all aspects of clinical quality related to service delivery. Oversee QA/PI activities, set and review internal performance goals, and provide timely, accurate data to MCOs and external partners.
• Collaborate with compliance staff to ensure clinical services, documentation, training, and supervision meet regulatory requirements; participate in program compliance monitoring.
• Provide necessary clinical supervision for staff and perform all other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or social services.
• Independent clinical licensure in Virginia (LMHP) with required category (psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, therapist, RN, pharmacist, etc.).
• 7 years of clinical behavioral health operations experience.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Experience or responsibility managing a P&L.
• Experience leading large behavioral health teams in a high‑acuity, 24‑hour facility.
• Proficiency in Safe Clinch restraint techniques.
• Must hold a Virginia Fingerprint Clearance card and pass VA DBHDS and VA DSS background checks.

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Social Services, or Nursing.
• 10 years of clinical, crisis operations, or relevant experience.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience with P&L responsibility.
• Advanced licensure in Nursing or Behavioral Health.
• Experience in emergency behavioral health policies, procedures, and regulatory expectations.

• Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity).
• CHS covers Basic Life, AD&D, Short & Long‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and families.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with $1,000–$2,000 employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health & dependent care).
• 401(k) company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).
• Generous paid time off—160 hours accrued annually and 12 company holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential emotional support, work‑life solutions, financial & legal assistance).
• Automatic 401(k) enrollment after 90 days.

Director

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Mental Health Care

Connections Health Solutions is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.