CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Rite of Passage; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance within 90 

401k match up to 6% after 1 year

Paid Time Off accrual and more

Job summary

The Clinical Director at Duval Youth Academy, a Rite of Passage program in Jacksonville, leads all clinical services in a 28-bed, all-boys residential setting. You will ensure trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment and regulatory compliance with Florida DOH and applicable state/federal standards.

The role requires leadership of multidisciplinary teams, clinical supervision, and a commitment to growth, safety, and positive youth outcomes for families served in a dynamic, mission-driven

Qualifications

• FL licensure (LMHC/LPC/LCSW/LMFT) required.
• Master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience with children in residential settings.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and physical.
• Passion to work with children; must be 21+.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, oversight, and management of all clinical services.
• Ensure delivery of trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the senior clinical leader for program strategy and service delivery.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and foster a culture of safety and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Trauma-informed care

Residential treatment experience

Education

LMHC/LPC/LCSW/LMFT with Master’s degree

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Director of Treatment Services at The Duval Youth Academy in Jacksonville, Florida

Duval Youth Academy is a 28-bed, all-boys program. Our center is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential.

At Duval Academy, we offer more than just a job – we offer a chance to make a real difference. Our comprehensive training programs for staff empower individuals to promote a well-rounded, normalized high school experience for our students, while fostering an environment of growth, positive change, and achievement.

We welcome individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, JYA offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow, learn, and contribute to positive change.

Come as you are and help us create lasting change in the lives of the students we serve.

Pay:

$85,000.00 yearly

Perks & Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

What you will do:

The Clinical Director provides leadership, oversight, and management of all clinical services. This position ensures delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based treatment while maintaining full compliance with Florida Department of Health Services, and all applicable state and federal regulations. The Clinical Director serves as the primary clinical leader for the programs, provides clinical supervision in support of Rite Path’s mission and values.

The Clinical Director serves as the senior leader of the overall strategic execution and service delivery of clinical, case management, medical, and regulatory performance of the program.

This position provides leadership to multidisciplinary teams while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, clinical excellence, and positive outcomes for youth and families served. The ideal candidate is an experienced behavioral health administrator who understands the complexities of residential treatment and the youth population.

To be considered you should:

Possess FL License; LMHC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT, Master’s degree have at least 5 years prior experience working with children in a residential setting, be able to pass a background screening, drug test, and physical. Have a passion to work with and help children. Be at least 21 years of age.

Schedule:

Typically, Monday through Friday 8 am -5 pm. On call when necessary.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Clinical Director you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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