What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Clinical Director position at Embark Behavioral Health?
Overview
Location: 2 Wisconsin Drive Chevy Chase, Maryland (On-site)Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with occasional early morning coverage and evening availability until 7:00 PM, up to three times per week.
Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 annually
Embark Behavioral Health’s Chevy Chase Outpatient Clinic is seeking a Licensed Assistant Clinical Director to join our mission-driven team reducing adolescent and young adult anxiety and depression. This leadership role supports our OP, IOP, and PHP programs, ensuring clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Oversee treatment planning, progress monitoring, and aftercare coordination.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and crisis interventions.
Collaborate with the Clinic Director on daily operations and staff supervision.
Ensure compliance with documentation, licensure, and regulatory standards.
Mentor clinicians and contribute to training initiatives.
Qualifications
- Fully licensed in Maryland as an LCSW, LMFT or LCPC.
- Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience.
- Expertise in trauma-informed care and multi-modal approaches.
- Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
- Ability to maintain boundaries and foster trusting relationships.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
- Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
- Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
- 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
- PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.
Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Salary : $80,000 - $95,000