Clinical Director

Description

Who We Are

Eliada is a non-profit helping children and young adults succeed since 1903. From foster care and residential treatment to housing support and vocational training, we provide youth with the tools they need to thrive. Every role at Eliada—whether direct care, counseling, education, or support services—makes a real difference.

What You'll Be Doing

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Program Director to lead our outpatient child and adolescent therapy program. This role provides clinical oversight, ensures regulatory compliance, supports staff development, and drives high-quality, evidence-based care for children and families.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide oversight and management of all outpatient clinical services, including therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication monitoring.
• Ensure full compliance with North Carolina regulations, including NC General Statutes (Chapter 122C), 10A NCAC 27G, and Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policies.
• Supervise, support, and mentor licensed clinicians and psychiatric providers.
• Review and approve clinical assessments, treatment plans, and documentation to ensure quality and regulatory standards are met.
• Coordinate with the Medical Director and psychiatric staff to ensure safe and effective medication prescribing, monitoring, and informed consent.
• Develop and maintain protocols related to medication management and clinical operations.
• Implement outcome measurement systems and lead continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Collaborate with families, referral sources, schools, and child welfare partners.
• Represent the program during audits, reviews, and accreditation processes.

Why Join Us?

Meaningful leadership role within a long-standing, mission-driven organization.

Opportunity to shape and strengthen life-changing mental health services for children and families.

Collaborative, supportive leadership team dedicated to quality care and professional growth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Full clinical licensure in North Carolina (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in child and adolescent mental health services.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or administrative experience.
• Knowledge of NC mental health regulations, Medicaid billing, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to coordinate with psychiatric providers regarding medication management and treatment planning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with foster care or child welfare populations.
• Certification in clinical supervision. 
• Experience with electronic health records and clinical data reporting systems.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and team-building skills. 
• Excellent organization, compliance, and problem-solving abilities. 
• Clear, professional communication skills. 
• Commitment to cultural competence and family-centered care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eliada Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer Clause

Job descriptions are not intended and should not be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. They are meant to be accurate reflections of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions. This position description is not intended as a contract. A Letter of Employment confirms employment. North Carolina is an at-will employment state and Eliada is an at-will employer.