Assistant Clinical Director

Cornerstone Healing Center; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral health facility is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director to support the Clinical Director in overseeing and improving services. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in a related field and relevant clinical experience. If you're passionate about leading a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of direct clinical experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Must hold Valid and active/unrestricted Arizona Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise direct reports and oversee clinical programming.
• Ensure compliance with state licensure and Joint Commission standards.
• Conduct ongoing staff training on clinical policies and practices.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis response

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health

Independent AZBHE Licensure

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:The Assistant Clinical Director is responsible for supporting the Clinical Director in the oversight, delivery, and continuous improvement of behavioral health services at the assigned facility and programs. This position serves as the on-site clinical leader, ensuring that all therapeutic services are delivered in alignment with Cornerstone Healing Centers policies, applicable state and federal regulations, and Joint Commission Accreditation Standards.

Working under the direct supervision of the Clinical Director, the Assistant Clinical Director helps implement clinical programming, monitor clinical compliance, and support staff performance to uphold the highest standards of care. This role is also responsible for ensuring the integrity of the clinical environment, staff training, chart documentation, and the fidelity of evidence-based practices across programs and levels of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Work as a key member of the Management Team to develop and carry out the company’s mission, vision, values, strategies, and objectives.

2. Supervise direct reports and direct the clinical team to meet the overall mission, objectives, and goals of the organization (level 10 management system, and OKR system metrics).

3. Provides (and/or delegates and verifies) clinical oversight and supervision for assigned therapists and oversee the clinical department.

4. Supervise day-to-day operations of clinical programming within the assigned facility, including levels of care and transitions in care.

5. Provide direct clinical supervision and/or oversight to behavioral health technicians, peer support specialists, and paraprofessional staff as assigned by the Clinical Director.

6. Ensure timely and appropriate clinical interventions, group facilitation, and treatment planning across all programs responsible for.

7. Ensure clinical documentation, EHR entries, treatment plans, and service delivery are in compliance with state licensure requirements, Joint Commission standards, and CHC policies.

8. Countersign all specified EHR entries within the specific timeframe of the organizational policy as it is related to the documentation of care, treatment, and services.

a. Review the charts of current clients per policy.

b. Countersign records of staff under oversight or supervision where clinically

appropriate.

c. Return documentation for refinement; the process to flag documentation that does not meet the standards of practice or quality.

d. Oversee the clinical dashboard and overall compliance of clinical documentation.

9. Support internal audits, chart reviews, and performance improvement activities as directed.

10. Monitor the clinical milieu to ensure safety, professionalism, and therapeutic integrity.

11. Conduct ongoing staff training on clinical policies, evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and documentation standards.

12. Participate in onboarding and orientation of new clinical and paraprofessional staff.

13. Mentor staff in clinical best practices and professional development pathways, including licensure supervision coordination.

14. Assist in the rollout of treatment curricula and program enhancements, including integration of S.M.A.R.T. treatment planning.

15. Monitor group schedules and client engagement to ensure appropriate therapeutic services.

16. Support the measurement of treatment outcomes and service effectiveness.

17. Oversee assignment and distribution of caseloads and ensure continuity of care.

18. Respond to critical incidents and behavioral emergencies in accordance with policy.

19. Collaborate with admissions, case management, and medical teams to ensure wraparound care.

20. May be “on call” for emergency situations.

21. Participates in daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual management meetings.

22. Collaborates and maintains positive relationships with the agency’s Directors, office staff, customers, regulating agencies, and clients.

23. Accept, investigate, respond, and ideally resolve staff and client complaints and grievances.

24. Duty to report suspected or alleged events to the appropriate agencies.

25. Complete other tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENT:

The previous duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

● Master’s degree in Behavioral Health, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field

required.

● Independent AZBHE Licensure in the State of Arizona (LPC or LMSW)

● Minimum of 2–3 years of direct clinical experience in a behavioral health setting.

● Supervisory experience strongly preferred.

● Familiarity with Joint Commission, AHCCCS, and Arizona DHS licensing standards.

● Proficiency in Electronic Health Records (EHR) and clinical documentation.

● Preferably should have at least 3 years clean/sober of any mood/mind altering

substances if self-disclosed they are in recovery.

● A minimum of three years’ experience providing counseling or mental health services.

● Must hold Valid and active/unrestricted Arizona Driver’s License

● Adhere to the Cornerstone Healing Center code of ethics

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED

1. Knowledge of recovery models, 12 Step Recovery, and the application of the recovery

process.

2. Knowledge and ability to apply evidence base practice, the motivation of change, the

American Society of Addiction Medicine, and therapeutic modalities (CBT, MI, Trauma

Informed Care, and others)

3. Ability to inspire and lead staff development

4. Ability to apply consistent clinical judgment and crisis response

5. Strong organizational and time management skills

6. Strong knowledge of behavioral health standards and regulations

7. Interpersonal communication and conflict resolution

8. Trauma-informed, culturally competent approach

9. Knowledge of software programs for personal computer use, especially word processing, email, internet research, and spreadsheets.

10. Knowledge and experience in planning, administering, and monitoring counseling and social service programs and systems.

11. Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports

12. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion.

13. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, gaining cooperation among competing interest groups, and resolving conflicts.

14. Ability to plan and organize the work of others, delegate and manage the projects and deadlines of him/herself and others.

15. Ability to maintain professional standards and demeanor, including the confidentiality of employee and client data and other sensitive information.

16. Demonstrated competence with, and continued commitment to respect for cultural differences and diversity.

17. Recognition of the limits of one’s own professional expertise and the willingness to seek supervision and/or support, as needed.

18. Makes clinical decisions with the clients’ and agency employees’ well-being and best interests in mind.

19. Ability to pass background checks required by Cornerstone Healing Center.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to walk, bend, stand, climb stairs, speak English, hear, use a telephone, drive an automobile, and operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, copier, and fax machine. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

If you are passionate about leading a team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as our Assistant Clinical Director.