Clinical Director - Behavioral Health & Program Leadership

S; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

S. in North Carolina seeks a Clinical Director to provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across behavioral health programs. You will oversee clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and guide program development to improve outcomes for clients and communities.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, quality assurance, and collaboration with partners to strengthen service delivery and drive organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in related field and licensure in NC.
• NCASPPB licensure and Mental Health Licensure required.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid reimbursement rates and regulatory standards.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational management.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight: Lead and manage all clinical programs with best practices.
• Compliance & Licensing: Ensure NC licensing and Medicaid regulatory adherence.
• Staff Supervision & Development: Mentor and train clinical staff.
• Program Development: Design evidence-based treatment programs.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct audits and improve client outcomes.
• Collaboration & Advocacy: Engage partners and stakeholders.
• Strategic Planning: Develop long-term clinical strategies with measurable aims.
• Data Analytics & Performance Monitoring: Use analytics to drive decisions.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Mentorship

Data analytics

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Budgeting

Education

Master’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, or Social Work

Job description

S. in North Carolina seeks a Clinical Director to provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across behavioral health programs. You will oversee clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and guide program development to improve outcomes for clients and communities.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, quality assurance, and collaboration with partners to strengthen service delivery and drive organizational growth.