Clinical Director

Cedar Grove Recovery; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Grove Recovery seeks a Clinical Director to oversee the residential treatment program's clinical and counseling services. You will mentor therapists, supervise staff, and ensure care aligns with Joint Commission standards and state/federal regulations.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field, active licensure, and at least 2 years in clinical management. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for promoting patient-centered care and staff

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted independent licensure in counseling, social work, or mental health (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical management or supervisory role.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and accreditation process preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical and counseling services within the residential treatment program.
• Supervise and support a team of individual and group therapists.
• Provide regular clinical supervision to licensed and pre-licensed staff.
• Review and update clinical treatment protocols to ensure compliance with federal, state, and Joint Commission standards.
• Oversee and enhance family programming to foster family engagement in recovery.
• Coordinate enrichment, wellness, and spiritual programming that supports treatment plans.
• Schedule and oversee guest lecturers, outside speakers, and other clinical programming contributors.
• Review biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions as needed based on staffing.
• Serve in a leadership rotation as 'Manager on Call' as assigned.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff performance.
• Collaborate with all levels of staff and management to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, strategic, and experienced Clinical Director to oversee the therapeutic and counseling functions of a residential substance use treatment program. The ideal candidate will be a confident clinical leader who can mentor and inspire a team while managing operations with attention to compliance, quality, and patient-centered care. The role requires someone who is emotionally intelligent, composed under pressure, and committed to empowering both staff and patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical and counseling services within the residential treatment program
• Supervise and support a team of individual and group therapists
• Provide regular clinical supervision to licensed and pre-licensed staff
• Review and update clinical treatment protocols to ensure compliance with federal, state, and Joint Commission standards
• Oversee and enhance family programming to foster family engagement in recovery
• Coordinate enrichment, wellness, and spiritual programming that supports treatment plans
• Schedule and oversee guest lecturers, outside speakers, and other clinical programming contributors
• Review biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment as needed
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions as needed based on staffing
• Serve in a leadership rotation as 'Manager on Call' as assigned
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff performance
• Collaborate with all levels of staff and management to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• Active and unrestricted independent licensure in counseling, social work, or mental health (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical management or supervisory role
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and accreditation process preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be committed to a drug‑free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Position Requirements

Full‑Time/Part‑Time Full‑Time

Shift Days

Position Clinical Director

Division Cedar Grove Recovery

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non‑Exempt Exempt

Hiring Manager(s) Melissa Price

Location SDF1

About the Organization

Healing with Dignity, Recovery with Purpose.

Oak Grove Recovery proudly serves the Columbus, Ohio, community by providing compassionate, judgment‑free addiction treatment. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support each individual on their healing journey, offering care rooted in dignity, purpose, and unwavering respect.

This position is currently accepting applications.