Adolescent Behavioral Health Clinical Director

Red River Youth Academy; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River Youth Academy in Norman, OK, is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead our clinical services team and oversee therapeutic programming for adolescents in residential and day treatment. This leadership role ensures delivery of evidence-based behavioral health services while complying with regulatory standards.

The role collaborates with the Executive Director, medical providers, therapists, and facility leadership to create safe, individualized treatment experiences, maintain

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a clinical or social service-related field required.
• Active professional clinical license in Oklahoma required (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or social services preferred.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to clinical department staff, including therapists.
• Offer indirect guidance to direct care staff regarding clinical programming and treatment expectations.
• Partner with facility leadership to ensure safe and effective therapeutic practices.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Monitor the completion and quality of clinical documentation and treatment records.
• Attend and lead treatment team meetings and clinical staffing reviews.
• Ensure clinical staff provide individualized, clinically appropriate interventions and treatment planning.
• Maintain professional relationships with community providers and referral partners to support continuity of care.
• Collaborate with Risk Management and Internal Audit teams to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, facility leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to promote exceptional patient and family service.
• Utilize Red River Youth Academy's public/private partnership opportunities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Provide consistent supervision, coaching, and performance management to clinical staff to maximize effectiveness and minimize errors.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Teaching/mentoring

Creativity

Travel

Education

Master's degree in clinical or social services

Licensed Oklahoma LPC/LCSW/LMFT or equivalent

Job description

Red River Youth Academy in Norman, OK, is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead our clinical services team and oversee therapeutic programming for adolescents in residential and day treatment. This leadership role ensures delivery of evidence-based behavioral health services while complying with regulatory standards.

The role collaborates with the Executive Director, medical providers, therapists, and facility leadership to create safe, individualized treatment experiences, maintain