Clinical Director

Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Setting: Outpatient SUD PHP/IOP Program
Compensation: depending on experience and credentials

The facility is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead and oversee the clinical operations of its growing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) PHP/IOP program in Virginia Beach, VA.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of behavioral health experience, with significant and recent direct SUD treatment experience and prior clinical leadership or supervisory responsibility. Experience in a PHP/IOP setting is strongly preferred.

This is primarily a clinical leadership position responsible for overseeing the clinical program and staff rather than maintaining a traditional individual caseload. The Clinical Director should, however, be comfortable stepping in clinically when needed.

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for the SUD PHP/IOP program.

• Supervise and support counselors and other clinical staff.

• Oversee clinical care, treatment planning, documentation, and quality standards.

• Ensure compliance with Virginia DBHDS, DMAS/Medicaid, ASAM, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Support clinical audits, compliance activities, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Assist with CARF/accreditation requirements and preparation when applicable.

• Provide clinical guidance and support for complex patient and operational situations.

• Help develop clinical systems, processes, and a strong clinical team as the organization continues to grow.

• Step in clinically when necessary to support patients and staff.

• 5 years of behavioral health experience preferred.

• Significant direct Substance Use Disorder (SUD) experience strongly preferred.

• PHP/IOP experience strongly preferred.

• Previous clinical supervision and/or leadership experience.

• Current Virginia clinical licensure/credentials appropriate to the role strongly preferred.

• LSATP and/or significant SUD credentials are a major plus.

• Strong knowledge of ASAM criteria, Virginia DBHDS, DMAS/Medicaid, clinical documentation, audits, and regulatory compliance.

• CARF/accreditation experience is highly desirable.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working in a growing organization and willing to be hands-on and wear multiple hats when needed.

• Monday-Friday, primarily during normal business hours.

• No regular weekend shifts.

• Some flexibility and occasional after-hours availability may be required when clinical or operational issues arise.

Adults primarily receiving treatment for Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

• Salary: , depending on experience, credentials, and overall fit.

• Exceptional candidates may be considered above the stated range.

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package to be discussed with qualified candidates.

• Sign-On/Relocation: Not currently offered.

Start Date: As soon as reasonably possible.

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