Clinical Program Director — Behavioral Health Leadership

Merakey; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Care.com access

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Online learning platform access

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Clinical Leader in Harrisburg, PA to provide leadership and oversight for an assigned program, ensuring quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability. The role involves leading staff, managing operations, and supporting strategic initiatives, with potential direct service duties as needed.

The candidate will bring 3+ years of clinical experience with adults with SPMI and 2+ years in supervisory roles, with a Masters degree in a clinical field.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a generally recognized clinical discipline including, but not limited to, psychiatry, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, or activity therapies.
• 3+ years of clinical experience working with adults with SPMI (Serious and persistent mental illness)
• 2+ years of administrative/supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations, service delivery, and compliance with Merakey policies and regulatory standards.
• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop program staff, including performance management and professional development.
• Coordinate recruitment, hiring, scheduling, and staffing needs.
• Monitor program budgets, P&L, and financial performance.
• Support program evaluation, quality improvement, and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and support community outreach and program marketing.

Education

Masters degree in a clinically recognized discipline (psychiatry, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, or activity therapies)

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Clinical Leader in Harrisburg, PA to provide leadership and oversight for an assigned program, ensuring quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability. The role involves leading staff, managing operations, and supporting strategic initiatives, with potential direct service duties as needed.

The candidate will bring 3+ years of clinical experience with adults with SPMI and 2+ years in supervisory roles, with a Masters degree in a clinical field.