Assistant Clinical Director – Mental Health & SUD Programs

Monima Wellness Center; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Monima Wellness Center is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director to lead clinical services for PHP and IOP programs, supervise clinicians and interns, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards. The role includes coordinating scheduling, conducting assessments, and driving program development in a trauma-informed women’s health setting.

The position requires CA licensure (PhD/PsyD/MFT/MSW) or LMFT/LCSW/LPCC and prior leadership experience in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Licensure in California required (PhD/PsyD/MFT/MSW).
• Active LMFT/LCSW/LPCC licensure acceptable.
• Experience supervising clinical staff and interns in program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical services delivery for PHP/IOP programs.
• Supervise and consult with clinical staff; provide guidance and feedback.
• Schedule clients and clinical staff; manage intern/practicum supervision.
• Conduct eligibility screens and LOC determinations; ASAM assessments.
• Lead weekly clinical treatment team meetings and documentation compliance.
• Ensure JAM/Joint Commission standards in documentation and practice.
• Lead program development and business development efforts.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

CA Licensed (PhD/PsyD/MFT/MSW)

LMFT/LCSW/LPCC licensure

Tools

Kipu EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Monima Wellness Center is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director to lead clinical services for PHP and IOP programs, supervise clinicians and interns, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards. The role includes coordinating scheduling, conducting assessments, and driving program development in a trauma-informed women’s health setting.

The position requires CA licensure (PhD/PsyD/MFT/MSW) or LMFT/LCSW/LPCC and prior leadership experience in behavioral health.