Licensed Clinical Director

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Licensed Clinical Director to lead our behavioral health and mental health services. In this pivotal role, you will oversee clinical operations, ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, and foster a collaborative environment for our multidisciplinary team. Your leadership will drive excellence in clinical practices, compliance with healthcare regulations, and innovative treatment approaches. The ideal candidate is passionate about mental health, possesses strong management skills, and has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including children, individuals with developmental disabilities, co-occurring disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients while advancing your career in behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operations of the program and provide consultation in crisis intervention and placement problems.
• Oversee the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff and oversee their supervision, evaluation, training, and termination, if applicable. Recruit foster parents using a mix of general awareness campaigns and targeted efforts.
• Implement and comply with all policies and procedures adopted by the governing body, and comply with all state licensing, agency, and programmatic requirements. Update program manual, as needed, to maintain compliance and ethically sound policies and procedures.
• Ensure the program meets all federal and state laws and standards regarding the operation of the program and the Agency.
• Delegate appropriate responsibilities to other staff and designate an appropriate staff member to be in charge of the program during your absence.
• Address areas of non-compliance identified by the annual survey and complaint investigations and implement immediate corrective action.
• Represent the Agency in the community and advocate for the clients and program.
• Provide leadership and demonstrate supervisory authority in relation to the Agency. Attend treatment plan meetings and provide consultation of placement. Coordinate therapy and counseling for clients and foster parents, as needed.
• Provide consultation to the governing body through the CEO in carrying out their responsibilities by interpreting the needs of the clients to them, making needed policy revision recommendations, and assisting in periodic evaluation of the program’s services.
• Prepare an annual budget for the governing body’s approval, keep the Agency informed of financial needs, operate within the approved budget, and, in collaboration with the Regional Director, take appropriate action to maintain the fiscal soundness of the program.
• Through the CEO and Regional Director, communicate with the governing body in interpreting the Agency’s need for financial support.
• Establish effective communication between the staff, clients, parents, and foster parents, and provide for their input into program planning and operating procedures.
• Report injuries, deaths, and critical incidents involving program clients to the Agency and the appropriate authorities.
• Supervise the performance of all people involved in any service delivery/direct care to clients, and complete an annual performance evaluation of all staff and foster parents in the program to address the quality and quantity of the work as it relates to client services.
• Ensure that all staff, foster parents, and other stakeholders receive required training on an annual basis.
• Manage and oversee the purchase of program property. Ensure the safety and confidentiality of all client records, and that client and foster parent files are up-to date and in compliance with required standards.
• Be accessible to program staff as needed.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and families, funding and regulatory agencies, referral sources, other service providers, community resources, and other stakeholders, and promote positive teamwork.
• Coordinate monthly staff meetings and attend other meetings and trainings to keep informed of guidelines and changes in the program.

Join us as a Licensed Clinical Director to lead innovative mental health initiatives that transform lives. Your expertise will shape our clinical programs while empowering clients on their journey toward wellness. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in behavioral health practices. This is a paid position dedicated to making a lasting difference—apply today!

Pay: $79,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health or human service field, with a minimum of three years’ experience relative to the populations being served. A master’s degree plus two years of social service experience may be substituted for three years of experience. If YES, please elaborate.
• Do you have experience or training in Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) assessment and treatment?
• Do you have a valid driver’s license per LA law, current liability insurance, and access to a properly registered vehicle in safe operating condition?
• Do you have demonstrated ability in program management and operations, budget development and accountability, sound supervisory procedures and personnel management, staff development and training, property management, client advocacy, and public relations?

License/Certification:

• (LPC, PLPC, LMFT, PLMFT, or LMSW)?. Please state which. (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $79,000 - $85,000