What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Clinical Services position at Children's Advocacy Center for North Texas?
Salary starting at $80,000. Salary is based on experience.
This full-time position provides clinical and operational leadership in the planning, development, and oversight of a comprehensive counseling program for child victims of abuse and their non-offending family members. The Assistant Director ensures delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based services, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This role supports staff development, promotes clinical excellence, and ensures alignment with ethical, legal, and multidisciplinary team standards.
Essential Functions:
Staff Supervision & Development
This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. but work hours may vary and be extended until 9:00 p.m. according to company needs.
Travel
This position is based in the Lewisville office, but is required to be willing to travel to all three locations (Lewisville, Denton, and Bridgeport) when agency needs arise. Some travel out of the area for trainings may be required.
Education and Training
This full-time position provides clinical and operational leadership in the planning, development, and oversight of a comprehensive counseling program for child victims of abuse and their non-offending family members. The Assistant Director ensures delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based services, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This role supports staff development, promotes clinical excellence, and ensures alignment with ethical, legal, and multidisciplinary team standards.
Essential Functions:
Staff Supervision & Development
- Provide board-approved clinical supervision to licensed clinicians, associates, and graduate interns
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing professional development of clinical staff
- Conduct annual performance evaluations, goal setting, and coaching to enhance clinical growth
- Mentor clinicians in the implementation of trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment models, including TF-CBT and EMDR
- Foster a culture of reflective supervision, accountability, and continuous learning
- Monitor quality of clinical performance, including review of documentation and service delivery
- Support the Director of Clinical Services in strategic planning, program development, and daily clinical operations
- Assist in oversight of all clinical programming to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices
- Promote and support implementation of evidence-based trauma treatments, including TF-CBT and EMDR
- Ensure trauma-informed care principles are integrated across all services
- Provide clinical consultation and guidance to staff and MDT partners
- Engage in program evaluation and continuous quality improvement efforts
- Assist in oversight of clinical intake, referrals, and service coordination
- Support oversight and development of the Graduate Intern Program
- Work closely with universities to ensure compliance with practicum and internship requirements
- Maintain compliance with all licensing board requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies
- Assist with general center operations and administrative responsibilities as needed
- Provide individual, family, group, and play therapy as needed
- Conduct diagnostic assessments and support treatment planning
- Provide crisis intervention and stabilization for children and families
- Support client transition from forensic services into therapeutic care
- Assist in preparing clients and caregivers for court involvement when necessary
- Participate in weekly case review and staffing meetings
- Provide clinical insight regarding client needs, progress, and treatment recommendations
- Collaborate with law enforcement, CPS, prosecution, and community partners
- Ensure clinical services align with MDT goals and coordinated care practices
- Provide training to staff, MDT partners, and community members on trauma, abuse dynamics, and treatment approaches
- Support internal training initiatives focused on evidence-based and trauma-informed practices
- Provide consultation regarding culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate care
- Participate in community presentations as assigned
- Work between Denton and Lewisville offices as needed
- Maintain standards of the BHEC Licensing Board and all applicable ethical guidelines
- Participate in all required supervision and licensing requirements
- Other duties as assigned
This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. but work hours may vary and be extended until 9:00 p.m. according to company needs.
Travel
This position is based in the Lewisville office, but is required to be willing to travel to all three locations (Lewisville, Denton, and Bridgeport) when agency needs arise. Some travel out of the area for trainings may be required.
Education and Training
- Candidate must hold a graduate degree in a mental health field.
- Must hold a current Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) in good standing or be eligible for LPC-S licensure and willing to meet all requirements to obtain it within a specified timeframe.
- 5 years professional experience in services for abused children.
- 2 years experience supervising therapists and/or interns.
- Thorough knowledge of child sexual/physical abuse dynamics.
- Play, adolescent, family, & group therapy experience.
- Knowledge of law enforcement, CPS, DA’s Office.
- Experience in court testimony preferred.
- Bilingual a plus
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) Matching if 21 years of age or older
- Paid Medical Leave and Maternity/Paternity Leave
- and more!
Salary : $80,000