Clinical Director

Mainspring Recovery; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainspring Recovery is a mission-driven behavioral health organization providing Residential, PHP, and IOP treatment. The Clinical Director oversees all clinical operations, ensuring ethical, evidence-based care across ASAM levels of care and adherence to regulatory standards.

Leading licensed and associate clinicians, you will drive program development, documentation quality, and compliance with payer requirements while fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth within a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field is required.
• Active independent Virginia clinical license required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Qualified to provide board-approved supervision to associate-level clinicians.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily clinical operations across all ASAM levels of care within the facility.
• Provides clinical supervision and oversight for associate-level and licensed clinical staff in accordance with state board requirements.
• Ensures clinical programming, documentation, and services align with ASAM criteria, DBHDS regulations, CARF standards, and payer expectations.
• Supports development, implementation, and continuous improvement of clinical programming and treatment services.
• Reviews clinical documentation for quality, compliance, medical necessity, and appropriateness of care.

Skills

ASAM criteria

SUD treatment

Trauma-informed care

DBHDS regulations

CARF standards

Leadership

Communication

Team development

EHR proficiency

Confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Active independent clinical license in Virginia

Board-approved supervision eligibility

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

About Mainspring Recovery

Mainspring Recovery is a mission-driven behavioral health organization built on the belief that healing happens when the right people are in the room. We provide care across multiple levels, including Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP), supporting individuals and families throughout the recovery process.

Every role at Mainspring, clinical and non-clinical alike, contributes to creating safe, structured, and effective environments where people can rebuild their lives. We invest in strong teams, clear systems, and thoughtful leadership, believing meaningful impact comes from doing the work well, supporting one another, and holding ourselves to high standards across the organization.

Job Title

Clinical Director

Reports To

Executive Director / COO

Department

Clinical

Location

On-site, Dumfries, VA

Employment Type

Full-time | Salaried | Exempt

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $125,000 - $135,000 annually, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions.

Job Summary

The Clinical Director is responsible for overseeing all clinical operations within the ASAM-designated treatment facility across all levels of care, including residential, and partial hospitalization. This role provides leadership, oversight, and clinical supervision to licensed and associate-level clinical staff while ensuring delivery of high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based care. The Clinical Director ensures compliance with state, federal, licensing, accreditation, and payer requirements while fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees daily clinical operations across all ASAM levels of care within the facility
• Provides clinical supervision and oversight for associate-level and licensed clinical staff in accordance with state board requirements
• Ensures clinical programming, documentation, and services align with ASAM criteria, DBHDS regulations, CARF standards, and payer expectations
• Supports development, implementation, and continuous improvement of clinical programming and treatment services
• Reviews clinical documentation for quality, compliance, medical necessity, and appropriateness of care
• Provides leadership, mentorship, training, and performance management to clinical team members
• Collaborates with nursing, medical, operations, admissions, utilization review, and executive leadership teams to support continuity of care and client outcomes
• Participates in treatment planning, case consultation, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and utilization management processes as needed
• Assists with audits, investigations, corrective action plans, accreditation activities, and regulatory readiness efforts
• Maintains awareness of evolving behavioral health regulations, payer requirements, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and operational excellence

Minimum Qualifications

Education / Credentials

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required
• Active independent clinical license in the state of Virginia required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Qualified to provide board-approved supervision to associate-level clinicians required
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment required
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience working within ASAM levels of care, including residential and outpatient treatment settings required
• Experience with Medicaid-funded services, utilization review, accreditation standards, and state licensing requirements preferred

Knowledge / Skills

• Strong knowledge of ASAM criteria, substance use disorder treatment, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based interventions
• Understanding of DBHDS regulations, CARF standards, documentation requirements, and medical necessity criteria
• Excellent leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and team development skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards at all times

Working Conditions

• Direct care and administrative leadership role
• Full-time on-site position with flexibility based on operational needs
• May require occasional evening, weekend, or on-call responsibilities
• Work is performed in a behavioral healthcare treatment environment with exposure to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders

Why This Role Matters

• The Clinical Director plays a critical role in ensuring clients receive safe, ethical, and effective treatment services throughout every stage of care. This position directly impacts clinical quality, staff development, client outcomes, and the overall integrity of the organization’s treatment programs. The role offers the opportunity to shape clinical culture, mentor developing clinicians, and contribute to the growth and advancement of integrated behavioral healthcare services within a mission-driven organization.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Mainspring conducts, as required, job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history, and/or reference checks prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mainspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EEO Is The Law

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

The Pay Range For This Role Is

125,000 - 135,000 USD per year(Dumfries 3.5/3.1/2.5)