Clinical Director

Solution Based Therapeutics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health treatment provider in California is seeking a Clinical Director to provide leadership and oversee all clinical aspects of their programs. The role involves supervising clinical staff, ensuring that services align with best practices and regulations, and contributing to program development. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Psychology or a related field and an active California therapy license. Strong leadership and communication skills are vital for managing quality care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical supervision or program management.
• Knowledge of treatment models and co-occurring disorders is essential.
• Familiarity with DHCS regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical and treatment programs.
• Supervise clinical staff and ensure quality care.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Active California license as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Clinical Director provides leadership, oversight, and direction for all clinical aspects within a comprehensive mental health treatment program. This role ensures services are delivered in alignment with best practices, state and federal regulations, and agency policies. The Director will supervise clinical staff, oversee services at assigned programs, ensure quality care for clients, and contribute to program development and performance improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field
• Active, unrestricted California license as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical supervision and/or program management in behavioral health or substance use treatment
• Knowledge of treatment models, co-occurring disorders
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Familiarity with DHCS regulations
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and documentation standards
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willing to get them)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical and treatment program
• Supervise clinical staff such as counselors, therapists, and interns
• Supervise programs as assigned
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards
• Maintain and update clinical protocols and evidence-based treatment modalities
• Provide supervision to support staff licensure and professional development
• Lead treatment team meetings, discharge planning, and crisis interventions
• Manage clinical intake, assessment, and discharge processes
• Collaborate with medical, psychiatric, and administrative teams for integrated care
• Participate in QA meetings, utilization reviews, and client satisfaction evaluations
• Develop and deliver training sessions to address staff development needs
• Engage in strategic planning, grant writing, and budgeting efforts
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive, harm reduction, and client-centered care
• Evaluate program participants for psychiatric conditions and coordinate behavioral health services
• Participate in annual strategic planning with executive leadership
• Mentor therapists and counseling staff
• Perform all other duties as assigned by executive leadership
• Maintain professionalism, compassion, and empathy in client interactions
• Attend all mandatory agency meetings and trainings
• Follow all attendance, ethics, confidentiality (HIPAA), and safety policies