Clinical Director

Clarvida; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

10 paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

DailyPay

Training opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida seeks a Clinical Director in San Diego to oversee all clinical services, supervise staff, and ensure compliant, recovery-focused care for youth and families. The role leads individual, group, and family therapies, discharge planning, and collaboration with medical staff, while managing program operations and documentation across a busy site.

The ideal candidate holds a master’s in social work/psychology/counseling (or PhD/PsyD) with licensure eligibility in California and 5+ years of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, or Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Licensed LCSW, MFT, or Clinical Psychologist eligible to practice independently (two years post-licensure preferred)
• Minimum five years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, or mental health care
• At least two years of post-licensure clinical experience
• Experience in clinical care, case management, and group leadership
• Knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy; Short Doyle knowledge preferred
• Strong leadership, clinical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and proof of education required

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of clinical services within the clinic
• Consults regularly with leadership regarding program performance and needs
• Facilitates staff meetings and provides treatment team leadership
• Provides direct client care including individual, family, and group therapy, discharge planning, and communication with parents and referral sources
• Coordinates with external clinicians, medical director, and nursing staff on treatment and medication needs
• Completes and submits required reports including Quality Assurance documentation
• Conducts utilization reviews and ensures proper documentation for program clients
• Collaborates with Program Director on clinical program development and service delivery
• Audits client charts for compliance and accuracy in documentation
• Provides consultation and education to community organizations and agencies
• Participates in program development and supports staff with complex cases and psychiatric emergencies
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Supports department budgeting and may assist in budget development
• Performs administrative duties aligned with program needs
• Attends staff and planning meetings as required
• Transports clients as needed using personal vehicle
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Case management

Team facilitation

Time management

Education

MSW / Psychology / Counseling

PhD / PsyD (optional)

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Clinical Director

Location: San Diego, California

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $100,000 annually

About The Role

The Clinical Manager is responsible for directly supervising clinical staff and overseeing services at a designated site to ensure mental health treatment is delivered in a way that maximizes client independence and family empowerment. This role includes oversight of individual and group counseling services, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations, and supporting recovery-oriented care for youth and families. The position is part of the Kickstart program, which focuses on early intervention and prevention of psychosis for individuals ages 12 to 40.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of clinical services within the clinic
• Consults regularly with leadership regarding program performance and needs
• Facilitates staff meetings and provides treatment team leadership
• Provides direct client care including individual, family, and group therapy, discharge planning, and communication with parents and referral sources
• Coordinates with external clinicians, medical director, and nursing staff on treatment and medication needs
• Completes and submits required reports including Quality Assurance documentation
• Conducts utilization reviews and ensures proper documentation for program clients
• Collaborates with Program Director on clinical program development and service delivery
• Audits client charts for compliance and accuracy in documentation
• Provides consultation and education to community organizations and agenciesParticipates in program development and supports staff with complex cases and psychiatric emergencies
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Supports department budgeting and may assist in budget development
• Performs administrative duties aligned with program needs
• Attends staff and planning meetings as required
• Transports clients as needed using personal vehicle
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, or Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Licensed LCSW, MFT, or Clinical Psychologist eligible to practice independently (two years post-licensure preferred)
• Minimum five years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, or mental health care
• At least two years of post-licensure clinical experience
• Experience in clinical care, case management, and group leadership
• Knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy; Short Doyle knowledge preferred
• Strong leadership, clinical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and proof of education required

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities

All Employees

• 401(k)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Bi-weekly pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida – discounts on student loan refinancing, pet insurance, Verizon wireless, movies, hotels, concerts, and sporting events
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend

* Benefits may vary by state or county

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.