Field-Based Licensed Clinical Lead — Child Development

Positive Development; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Employer-paid Life & Disability Insura

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Continuing Education Units

Pet Insurance

Amazon Medical One

Job summary

Positive Development in Washington, DC is seeking a Licensed Clinical Lead (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC) to serve as clinical owner for assigned cases, delivering in-home clinical observation, supervision, and coaching to Developmental Paraprofessionals and families. This role emphasizes fidelity to the PD model, data-driven treatment planning, and regulatory compliance.

The position involves field-based work, collaboration with caregivers and a multi-disciplinary team, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and active clinical license required (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC).
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in developmental, behavioral, or autism services.
• Demonstrated experience providing field-based supervision and interdisciplinary case management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous documentation quality.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Reliable transportation required; this role involves frequent home and community visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on clinical supervision through regular home and community visits, observing DPP sessions and offering real-time feedback and coaching.
• Ensure DPPs are delivering interventions aligned with the PD model and clinical treatment plan.
• Conduct fidelity checks and document performance to inform ongoing training and development of DPPs.
• Partner with DPP Managers to review field performance, identify support needs, and reinforce model integrity.
• Lead parent/caregiver meetings to establish family goals and collaboration strategies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans compatible with PD’s model and payer requirements.
• Monitor client progress through data and observation, updating goals and interventions as needed.
• Lead interdisciplinary case reviews with internal and external providers.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation quality

Field-based work

Education

Master’s degree and active clinical license

Job description

Positive Development in Washington, DC is seeking a Licensed Clinical Lead (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC) to serve as clinical owner for assigned cases, delivering in-home clinical observation, supervision, and coaching to Developmental Paraprofessionals and families. This role emphasizes fidelity to the PD model, data-driven treatment planning, and regulatory compliance.

The position involves field-based work, collaboration with caregivers and a multi-disciplinary team, and ongoing professional