Clinical Director

We are looking to bring add an experience Clinical Director to the team The Clinical Director is responsible for the overall clinical leadership, supervision, and quality of care provided within the Behavioral Health and Partial Care Programs. This role ensures that all clinical services are delivered in accordance with evidence-based practices, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards while supporting staff development, client outcomes, and program growth. The Clinical Director provides direct supervision to clinical staff, oversees treatment planning, ensures compliance with state and accrediting bodies, and collaborates closely with executive leadership and operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight

• Provide clinical oversight for all therapeutic services within the Partial Care Program.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment.
• Establish and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Monitor program effectiveness, outcomes, and client satisfaction.
• Participate in program development, expansion, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Provide direct clinical supervision to licensed clinicians, interns, and support staff as applicable.
• Conduct regular individual and group supervision in accordance with licensing board requirements.
• Support staff competency, ethical practice, and professional development.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, corrective action, and staff retention efforts.
• Ensure staff meet all training, credentialing, and continuing education requirements.

Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including NJ DOH / DMHAS requirements.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission (TJC) standards and prepare for surveys and audits.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation and treatment planning.
• Review and address incident reports, sentinel events, grievances, and corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with leadership on risk management and safety initiatives.

Client Care & Treatment Planning

• Oversee treatment planning, and discharge planning processes.
• Ensure individualized, person-centered treatment plans are developed, implemented, and updated timely.
• Provide clinical consultation for complex cases and crises as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals upon discharge.
• Maintain ethical standards, confidentiality, and client rights at all times.

Collaboration & Administration

• Collaborate with Executive Leadership, Operations, Admissions, Medical Providers, and External Partners.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Support utilization review, insurance coordination, and clinical documentation requirements.
• Assist with program budgeting, staffing models, and resource allocation as needed.
• Represent the program professionally with referral sources, community partners, and regulatory agencies.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active, unrestricted New Jersey clinical license (LCSW, LPC)
• Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health treatment.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in Partial Care / PHP, outpatient, or higher levels of care preferred.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and ethical standards.
• Working knowledge of Joint Commission standards and state regulatory requirements.