Mental Health Clinic Director

Community Counseling and Mediation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider is seeking a Clinic Director to lead operations at their outpatient clinics in Brooklyn or Manhattan. The role involves overseeing high-quality client-centered care, regulatory compliance, and staff management. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree, NYS licensure, and experience in leadership within mental health settings. Competitive salary of $85,000 – $105,000 with benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Active NYS licensure (LCSW, PsyD, or PhD) required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership experience in an outpatient mental health setting.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based mental health treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and diagnoses.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
• Oversee quality assurance activities including audits.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Clinic Director at Community Counseling & Mediation

Job Title: Clinic Director

Who We Are:

Community Counseling & Mediation (CCM) is a leading provider of mental health and substance abuse services, operating six Article 31 licensed clinics across Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan. With a dedicated team of over 85 licensed clinicians, CCM offers culturally responsive care through individual, group, and family counseling, as well as psychosocial and psychiatric assessments, and psychopharmacology support.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinic Director to lead operations at one of our six outpatient mental health clinics, either in Brooklyn or Manhattan. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centered care while maintaining regulatory compliance and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. This role includes both administrative oversight and maintaining an active clinical caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a monthly clinical caseload, conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and diagnoses
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling addressing mental health and substance abuse challenges
• Provide leadership and guidance to clinic staff, fostering collaboration and a positive workplace culture
• Develop and implement clinic policies and procedures in alignment with organizational goals
• Supervise and evaluate clinic staff, including training, scheduling, caseload management, and performance reviews
• Promote continuous professional development and quality improvement
• Ensure compliance with OMH regulations, HIPAA, Medicaid/Medicare, and other relevant laws
• Oversee quality assurance activities including clinical documentation audits and addressing areas for improvement
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support integrated care and improved client outcomes

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field
• Active NYS licensure (e.g., LCSW, PsyD, or PhD) required
• Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership experience in an outpatient mental health or related healthcare setting
• Strong understanding of evidence-based mental health treatment modalities
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and clinical management systems
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to providing culturally competent, client-centered care

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates must email a cover letter and updated resume to: [e-mail] . Please include “Mental Health Clinic Director” in the subject line.

Community Counseling and Mediation is an Equal Opportunity employer. CCM does not discriminate and is committed to making all personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, and termination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 – $105,000.00 per year

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• On-site in Brooklyn or Manhattan, New York: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Address: 25 Elm Place, 2nd Floor; Brooklyn, NY 11201