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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
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)