Clinical Director: Behavioral Health Leadership & Innovation

INSTITUTES FOR BEHAVIOR RESOURCES INC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

REACH Health Services, a program of Institutes for Behavior Resources, Inc., seeks a FULL-TIME Clinical Director to lead clinical services, ensure quality, and advance evidence-based care for individuals affected by substance use disorders. You will mentor counselors, oversee operations, and align with regulatory standards while promoting equity and continuous improvement.

Based on Maryland requirements, this on-site role offers a 40-hour week, with potential situational telework, and a salary

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health field and at least five years in human services with supervisory experience.
• Active independent professional license (LCPC/LCSW/LCADC) and Maryland board supervision eligibility.
• Approval to supervise Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CSC-AD, CAC-AD) and Trainees; registered peer supervisor within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee therapeutic, rehabilitative, and clinical operations ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Lead clinical quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and safety.
• Develop and implement clinical policies and program strategies.
• Provide clinical supervision and leadership to counselors and staff.
• Recruit, onboard, coach, evaluate, and retain clinical team members.
• Manage clinical crises and complex case management planning.
• Monitor program performance using data to drive improvements.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary treatment team meetings for care coordination.
• Lead quality assurance, risk management and audit readiness activities.
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen program operations and revenue processes.
• Represent REACH in community partnerships, policy discussions, and research activities.
• Oversee health records management and EHR reporting.
• Contribute to organizational planning, emergency preparedness, and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Evidence-based practices

Trauma-informed care

Grant/proposal development

Vaccination policy compliance

Background check clearance

Education

Master's degree in a mental health discipline

Active professional behavioral health license (LCPC/LCSW/LCADC)

Maryland Board approval to supervise CSC-AD, CAC-AD, and Trainees

Registered Peer Supervisor within 12 months

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

REACH Health Services, a program of Institutes for Behavior Resources, Inc., seeks a FULL-TIME Clinical Director to lead clinical services, ensure quality, and advance evidence-based care for individuals affected by substance use disorders. You will mentor counselors, oversee operations, and align with regulatory standards while promoting equity and continuous improvement.

Based on Maryland requirements, this on-site role offers a 40-hour week, with potential situational telework, and a salary