Clinical Director

Northwest Regional Council; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Regional Council seeks a Clinical Director to lead its region-wide clinical programs, including care coordination and behavioral health services, with strategic oversight across the organization.

The role involves guiding program development, supervising pilot projects, collaborating with the management team, and contributing to budget planning and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management of NWRC's clinical programs.
• Oversee Care Coordination and Behavioral Health services across the region.
• Lead new program development, supervise pilots, and support data analysis.

Job description

ABOUT NWRC

Northwest Regional Council (NWRC) is a multi-service agency that covers the Washington counties of Island, San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom, with offices in Bellingham and Mount Vernon, Washington. NWRC’s slogan: “Human services with you at the center” encapsulates its focus on creating new solutions to navigate the challenges of aging and disability, proactive paths to behavioral health and recovery, and new partnerships between healthcare and social services.

We are seeking applicants for a Clinical Director to lead our clinical programs! The first review date for this position is Monday, October 19th, 2026. 1st & 2nd interview dates are projected to be 10/27 and 11/09.

JOIN US

NWRC’s values are centered on the concepts of respect, inclusiveness, and striving to foster a healthy work environment for all employees. With these values in mind, we will do our part to support and further diversity, equity, and inclusion not only in our workplace, but in our communities. Toward this goal, we invite candidates from all backgrounds and perspectives to apply and help shape the future of NWRC.

CLINICAL PROGRAM

The Clinical Programs at NWRC are those focused on in-person social work and behavioral health interventions. This includes developing plans based on client goals. Care Coordinators, Behavioral Health Clinicians and other Specialists in our clinical unit utilize collaboration to effectively provide a variety of services for clients across our region.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Clinical Director provides strategic leadership and operational management of region-wide clinical programs that include the Care Coordination and Behavioral Health programs. In addition to oversight of NWRC's direct services, the position provides strategic direction for contracted providers, as well as the wider organization by participation in the Management Team. This position will lead new program development, including direct supervision of pilot projects and the research and data analysis involved. As a member of the Management Team and the Department Head Team, this position contributes to agency-wide planning, budget development, monitoring and problem solving.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

10-Step pay range: $96,740- $126,229/ annually

NWRC salary ranges are comprised of a 10-Step scale. On their employment anniversary, employees are eligible for an annual pay increase to the next step in the associated salary range, subject to satisfactory performance. In addition to the annual pay increases, NWRC assesses cost of living adjustments (COLA) on an annual basis, subject to Governing Board approval. New employees at NWRC usually start at the first step in the position’s assigned salary range. NWRC may consider a higher step when evaluatingthe candidate