Clinical Director

Clinical Director (Substance Use Disorder Treatment Center)

Location: Bridgeton, MO
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shift (Full-Time, Onsite)

Position Overview

The Clinical Director is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and quality of clinical services within a substance use disorder treatment facility. This role oversees all aspects of clinical programming, including detox, residential, and/or outpatient services, ensuring the delivery of ethical, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.

The Clinical Director works closely with the Executive Director and medical team to maintain regulatory compliance, support staff development, and drive positive patient outcomes in a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all clinical services within a substance use disorder treatment setting
• Oversee admissions, assessments, and clinical intake to ensure appropriate level of care placement (ASAM criteria preferred)
• Supervise and support clinical staff including therapists, counselors, and interns
• Facilitate weekly clinical team meetings, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions
• Ensure implementation of evidence-based practices in addiction treatment (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, relapse prevention, etc.)
• Maintain compliance with State, Federal, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF, or state-specific requirements)
• Monitor program effectiveness and patient outcomes, implementing performance improvement initiatives as needed
• Ensure proper documentation standards are met (treatment plans, progress notes, discharge planning, etc.)
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and ancillary teams to ensure coordinated patient care
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and scheduling within budgetary guidelines
• Recruit, interview, and onboard qualified clinical staff
• Provide ongoing supervision, training, and professional development opportunities for staff
• Support family programming and involvement when appropriate
• Assist with outreach and marketing efforts to support census and community partnerships
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Oversight & Compliance

• Ensure all clinical services align with the facility’s philosophy and standards of care
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for clients and staff
• Oversee infection control practices and safety protocols
• Ensure staff meet licensure, credentialing, and continuing education requirements
• Supervise interns and students completing field placements
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)

Specialized Responsibilities

• Access Coordinator:
  Ensure equitable access to care and oversee evaluation, planning, and annual review processes in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Tobacco Education Coordinator:
  Lead implementation of tobacco cessation education, assessment, and treatment integration within programming
• Facilitate or oversee monthly psychoeducational group sessions for clients

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
• Active clinical licensure required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of ASAM criteria and levels of care
• Experience with accreditation standards (Joint Commission, CARF, or similar) preferred
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and co-occurring disorders

Benefits

• 401(k) Company Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Assistance

Work Location

Onsite – Bridgeton, MO
(Must be able to reliably commute or relocate prior to start)

Salary : $75,000 - $90,000