Clinical Manager

Clarvida; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay earnings access

401(k)

EAP

Job summary

Clarvida in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Clinical Manager to lead the High Fidelity Wraparound program, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality behavioral health services. The role includes direct clinical service delivery when needed, oversight of program development, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The position requires a CA license (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC or psychologist), several years in behavioral health, and strong leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a behavioral health field is required.
• Active California license (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC or Licensed Psychologist) in good standing.
• Minimum of five years in behavioral health; two years post-licensure supervision preferred.
• Experience with supervision, treatment planning, and case consultation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical service delivery across assigned program operations.
• Supervise, mentor, and support clinical staff for professional development.
• Lead staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and clinical consultations.
• Provide direct clinical services including individual, family, and group therapy as needed.
• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Coordinate care with referral sources, psychiatrists, nursing, and partners.
• Support staff in complex cases and behavioral health crises.
• Review documentation for regulatory, contractual, and org standards.
• Complete utilization reviews, QA activities, and required reports.
• Develop and implement program services and clinical programming.
• Provide community education, consultation, and outreach.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive QA improvements.
• Participate in budget planning with program leadership.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and professional boundaries.
• Provide BBS supervision hours to eligible pre-licensed clinicians as applicable.
• Transport clients as needed using a personal vehicle.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Treatment planning

Case consultation

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field

Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Description

Job Title: Clinical Manager
Location: Santa Ana, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $100,000.00-$104,000.00

Date Posted: 09-01-2026

About the Role

The Clinical Manager provides clinical leadership and oversight for the High Fidelity Wraparound Program, ensuring high-quality behavioral health services that promote client independence, family empowerment, and positive treatment outcomes. This role supervises clinical staff, supports program development, oversees compliance and quality assurance activities, and provides direct clinical services as needed. The Clinical Supervisor partners with program leadership to ensure effective service delivery, staff development, and operational excellence.

About the Program

The High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Program is an intensive, team-based care coordination model designed for children, youth, young adults, and families with complex behavioral health needs who are often involved with multiple systems such as mental health, child welfare, education, juvenile justice, or housing services. The goal is to help individuals remain successful in their homes, schools, and communities while reducing the need for higher levels of care.

High Fidelity Wraparound is recognized as an evidence-based, family-centered approach that brings together multidisciplinary team members, natural supports, family members, and service providers to create and implement individualized plans of care tailored to each participant's strengths, needs, culture, and goals.

Productivity Expectation: This position has a baseline productivity expectation of 50%, generally equivalent to an average of approximately 3.5 hours of direct client service per workday. The meeting of such requirements will be addressed in accordance with the Company policies and applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical service delivery and provide leadership across assigned program operations
• Supervise, mentor, and support clinical staff to ensure high-quality service delivery and professional development
• Facilitate staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and clinical consultations
• Provide direct clinical services including individual, family, and group therapy as needed
• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment planning, discharge planning, and care coordination activities
• Collaborate with referral sources, external providers, psychiatrists, nursing staff, and community partners
• Support staff in managing complex cases and behavioral health crises
• Review and audit clinical documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational standards
• Complete utilization reviews, quality assurance activities, and required reports
• Support development and implementation of program services and clinical programming
• Provide community education, consultation, and outreach to organizations and service providers
• Monitor program performance indicators and support continuous quality improvement activities
• Participate in budget planning and monitoring in collaboration with program leadership
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, professional boundaries, and licensing requirements
• Provide BBS supervision hours to eligible pre-licensed clinicians as applicable
• Transport clients as needed using a personal vehicle
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field, or Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Active California license in good standing as an LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Licensed Psychologist
• Minimum of two years of post-licensure clinical experience preferred
• Minimum of five years of experience working in behavioral health, mental health, or related clinical settings
• Experience providing clinical supervision, treatment planning, and case consultation
• Direct clinical, case management, and group facilitation experience
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, rehabilitation principles, and behavioral health systems of care
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency and experience with electronic health records
• Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and active automobile insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Wraparound, Full Service Partnership (FSP), community mental health, or intensive outpatient programs
• BBS-approved supervisor status or eligibility to provide clinical supervision
• Experience with quality assurance, utilization review, and program development activities
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
• MAB Training and First Aid certification preferred
• Familiarity with Short Doyle or similar behavioral health documentation systems preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees

• 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)
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company cellphone

(Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location

Santa Ana, California – On-site position
Travel may be required to support client services, community partnerships, and program operations

Employment Type

Full-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a leader in behavioral health care, providing community-based mental health and substance use services. We are committed to delivering innovative, person-centered care while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for employees.

Learn more: http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/
See other opportunities: https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida

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.