What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director position at Juniper Grove Recovery?
Position Summary: This position is being posted for our Carmel Indiana Location.
We are seeking a compassionate, strategic, and experienced Clinical Director to oversee the therapeutic and counseling functions of a residential substance use treatment program. The ideal candidate will be a confident clinical leader who can mentor and inspire a team while managing operations with attention to compliance, quality, and patient-centered care. The role requires someone who is emotionally intelligent, composed under pressure, and committed to empowering both staff and patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all clinical and counseling services within the residential treatment program
Supervise and support a team of individual and group therapists
Provide regular clinical supervision to licensed and pre-licensed staff
Review and update clinical treatment protocols to ensure compliance with federal, state, and Joint Commission standards
Oversee and enhance family programming to foster family engagement in recovery
Coordinate enrichment, wellness, and spiritual programming that supports treatment plans
Schedule and oversee guest lecturers, outside speakers, and other clinical programming contributors
Review biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment as needed
Provide individual and group therapy sessions as needed based on staffing
Serve in a leadership rotation as ?Manager on Call? as assigned
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff performance
Collaborate with all levels of staff and management to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director
Qualifications:
Master?s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
Active and unrestricted independent licensure in counseling, social work, or mental health (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical management or supervisory role
Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and accreditation process preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Must be committed to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use
Must be authorized to work in the United States