Clinical Director

Overstory-Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible time off policy

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Overstory Health in Boston, MA is seeking a Clinical Director to launch and lead our PHP/IOP center. You will oversee operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team focused on patient-centered care.

In collaboration with the Medical Director, you will supervise clinicians and staff, drive quality and outcomes, manage admissions and transitions, and build community relationships to support future growth across Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field required.
• Active licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, or LMFT) with at least 3 years post-independent licensure experience.
• 5-7 years of clinical experience in high-level care settings (IOP/PHP, inpatient, residential, or ER).
• 2+ years in a leadership role with clinical supervision responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch and ongoing operations of the PHP/IOP center.
• Provide clinical supervision for staff and oversee intake, assessments, and care planning.
• Manage admissions, discharges, transfers, and clinical QA processes.
• Oversee incident reports, grievances, and compliance with regulations.
• Lead regular clinical meetings and staff development initiatives.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team building

Strategic planning

Operational management

Google Workspace

Education

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

Active licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, or LMFT) with at least three years post-independent licensure experience

5-7 years of clinical experience in high-level care settings (IOP/PHP, inpatient, residential, or ER)

2+ years in a leadership role

Tools

EHR systems

Regulatory compliance software

Job description

Come Join Overstory Health as a Clinical Director in Boston, MA

Overstory Health is a newly launched startup building world-class, patient-centric Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs for individuals with high-acuity mental health needs. Our mission is to make compassionate, connected behavioral healthcare more accessible when people need it most. With a clinical model validated by McLean Hospital, we provide comprehensive psychiatric, therapeutic, and community reintegration services that help individuals achieve stability, connection, and confidence both during and after the program. As a growing organization, we offer an exciting opportunity to shape our care model, contribute to our mission, and grow your career as we expand.

About the Role

We are looking for a Clinical Director to lead the launch and ongoing operations at our best-in-class PHP/IOP center. The Clinical Director is the onsite leader for Overstory Health’s site, responsible for operational excellence, positive team dynamics, and patient satisfaction. You will lead the center’s first location, laying the groundwork for future expansion across Massachusetts. This includes fostering an inclusive culture, achieving growth targets, maintaining community relationships, ensuring quality care delivery, regulatory compliance, and healthy financial performance. This role collaborates closely with the Medical Director to lead the onsite team, including Therapists, Case Managers, Billing & Coding staff, Receptionists, and Enrollment team members.

Key Responsibilities

Daily To-Do

• Manage clinician schedules and call-outs
• Serve as the final on-site point of contact for clinical questions and consultations; escape to CMO as needed
• Serve as the final point of contact for daily on-site clinical operations; escape to Head of Clinical Operations as needed
• Conduct intake consultations
• Oversee tracking of admissions, discharges, and transfers

Meetings

• Lead daily clinical huddles
• Lead weekly QA meetings
• Attend weekly clinical site meetings
• Lead monthly supervisor meetings

Management

• Provide clinical supervision for selected staff
• Support management of the internship program
• Lead onboarding of clinicians
• Provide administrative supervision
• Lead clinical team trainings
• Participate in clinical staff interviews as needed

Clinical

• Complete intakes, biopsychosocial assessments (BPS), and mental status examinations (MSEs)
• Provide clinical supervision
• Review and co-sign clinical notes
• Lead crisis response situations

Clinical Operations

• Complete incident reports
• Receive and address grievance reports and client complaints/feedback
• Monitor and maintain clinical team treatment compliance and quality
• Lead clinical work audits on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis

What Success Looks Like

• Patients report improved well-being, confidence, and successful community reintegration.
• The clinic consistently meets or exceeds performance targets for quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
• A cohesive, engaged, and motivated team collaborates to deliver exceptional care and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, or LMFT) with at least three years of post-independent licensure experience.
• 5-7 years of clinical experience in high-level care settings (IOP/PHP, inpatient, residential, or ER), including at least two years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to build and manage effective teams, especially in mental health settings.
• Strong strategic planning, operational management, and community engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Google and the ability to learn industry-specific software.

Why Join Overstory Health?

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Help shape the future of behavioral healthcare.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to improving mental health.
• Grow with Us: Enjoy career advancement opportunities as we expand our services.
• Competitive base salary and performance incentives
• Flexible time off policy (FTO)
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) with no waiting period
• Short- and long-term disability insurance at no cost
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% of income
• Continuing education and license renewal reimbursements