Mental Health Clinical Director

Crownview Co-Occurring Institute; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional development support

Leadership development opportunities

Collaborative workplace culture

Opportunity to shape clinical programs

Job summary

Crownview Co-Occurring Institute leads a dynamic clinical program delivering evidence-based behavioral health services. The Clinical Director provides strategic clinical leadership, oversees a multidisciplinary team, ensures regulatory and documentation standards, and partners with executive leadership to drive quality care.

The role requires licensure and supervisory experience in California, with a focus on clinical excellence, staff development, and program quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.
• Current California licensure as LCSW/LMFT/LPCC/Psychologist or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of direct supervisory experience in clinical services.
• Minimum 1 year of direct clinical experience with mental health disorders.
• At least 2 years in a mental health setting including program development for severe illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic clinical leadership and oversee the clinical team.
• Lead supervision, mentoring, and development of licensed clinicians and staff.
• Ensure documentation, compliance, and clinical quality across programs.
• Collaborate with leadership on program development and quality improvement.
• Maintain regulatory readiness and uphold ethical, evidence-based care.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Clinical judgment

Education

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

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A CLINICAL DIRECTOR!

At Crownview Co-Occurring Institute (CCI) and Crownview Psychiatric Institute (CPI), we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and mission-driven Clinical Director to provide strong clinical leadership, manage and develop our clinical team, and oversee the delivery of high-quality psychiatric and behavioral health services.

Description

At Crownview Co-Occurring Institute (CCI) and Crownview Psychiatric Institute (CPI), we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and mission-driven Clinical Director to provide strong clinical leadership, manage and develop our clinical team, and oversee the delivery of high-quality psychiatric and behavioral health services.

About The Role

The Clinical Director provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for all clinical and therapeutic services across the organization. This position is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the clinical team, ensuring that clinicians and clinical staff have the direction, supervision, resources, and support necessary to provide exceptional client care.

The Clinical Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, ethical, evidence-based, and compliant behavioral health services while fostering a collaborative, accountable, client-centered culture.

This position partners closely with executive leadership and is responsible for leading, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing the clinical team, while overseeing clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staff performance, program quality, clinical documentation, and continuous performance improvement.

What You'll Do

Clinical Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, manage, and oversee the clinical and therapeutic team, providing clear direction, expectations, accountability, and support.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight to licensed clinicians, therapists, and other clinical staff.
• Mentor, supervise, evaluate, and develop clinical team members.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold clinical staff accountable for professional standards, quality of care, documentation, and organizational policies.
• Conduct regular clinical team meetings, individual supervision, case consultation, and performance discussions.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, professionalism, clinical excellence, and continuous learning.
• Identify staff strengths, development opportunities, and training needs and implement strategies to strengthen the clinical team.
• Address clinical performance concerns promptly and collaborate with Human Resources regarding coaching, corrective action, performance improvement plans, and other employee relations matters.
• Serve as a visible and accessible clinical leader who supports staff while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and accountability.

Clinical Supervision & Professional Development

• Provide ongoing clinical supervision to assigned clinical staff in accordance with applicable California licensing requirements and organizational standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized clinical supervision plans based on licensure requirements, professional development needs, and clinical competencies.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical supervision.
• Provide case consultation and guidance regarding complex clinical presentations, treatment planning, risk assessment, crisis situations, and appropriate interventions.
• Support clinicians in developing sound clinical judgment and maintaining ethical and professional standards.
• Monitor supervision requirements and assist clinical staff in maintaining licensure and professional competency.
• Coordinate and facilitate at least 20 hours of annual in-service training for clinical staff, including clinical, regulatory, documentation, and professional development topics.
• Identify opportunities for ongoing education, leadership development, and advancement within the clinical team.

Clinical Quality & Program Oversight

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality clinical and therapeutic services.
• Monitor and improve the quality of clinical care, including assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, treatment planning, progress documentation, discharge planning, and clinical coordination.
• Conduct regular clinical chart audits and provide feedback and coaching to clinicians to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant electronic health record documentation.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, documentation standards, treatment effectiveness, and adherence to established clinical practices.
• Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, workflows, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and implement strategies to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain Joint Commission and regulatory readiness.
• Ensure clinical services are delivered in accordance with applicable California laws, licensing requirements, accreditation standards, ethical standards, and organizational policies.

Collaboration & Organizational Leadership

• Partner closely with executive leadership regarding clinical operations, staffing, program development, clinical quality, and organizational strategy.
• Collaborate with physicians, interventionists, referral partners, attorneys, consultants, community providers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with Business Development regarding site tours, referral relationships, and presentation of clinical programs and services.
• Participate in leadership meetings and contribute clinical expertise to organizational decision-making.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives that strengthen clinical programming, staff performance, client outcomes, and organizational effectiveness.
• Serve as a clinical representative of the organization with internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration between clinical, medical, operations, admissions, business development, and other departments.

WHY JOIN CROWNVIEW?

At Crownview, you'll become part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping adults living with psychiatric disorders achieve meaningful recovery. We believe exceptional client care begins with exceptional clinical leadership.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Leadership development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunity to shape clinical programs and drive organizational excellence
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop a growing clinical team

Our Clients

Our programs serve adults (18+) experiencing psychiatric disorders as defined by the DSM-5. We provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a collaborative and recovery-oriented environment.

Salary Description

$125,000 - $150,000

Crownview Co-Occurring Institute & Crownview Psychiatric Institute are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee and client is treated with dignity and respect.

Salaried, exempt $125,000 - $150,000 d.o.e

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current California licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Licensed Psychologist, or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of direct supervisory experience managing and overseeing clinical services and/or clinical staff.
• Minimum one (1) year of direct clinical experience serving individuals with mental health disorders.
• At least two (2) years of experience or training in a mental health setting, including experience in program development for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, supervise, and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to provide effective clinical consultation and supervision.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, conflict-resolution, and documentation skills.
• Experience with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Health screening with negative TB clearance.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to be on-site to effectively lead and manage clinical operations and clinical staff.
• Completion of at least 20 hours of continuing education annually in mental health, administration, clinical supervision, or related fields.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining professionalism, composure, and sound clinical judgment.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to OSHA, infection control, and all applicable regulatory standards.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of clinical care and staff support.

Ideal Candidate

• Is a strong clinical leader who can effectively manage and motivate a clinical team.
• Inspires clinicians and develops high-performing clinical teams.
• Leads with integrity, accountability, professionalism, and compassion.
• Is comfortable providing direct clinical supervision, feedback, coaching, and performance management.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and the ability to guide clinicians through complex cases and clinical situations.
• Understands that effective clinical leadership requires both support and accountability.
• Thrives in a fast-paced behavioral health environment.
• Possesses exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Understands California behavioral health regulations, licensing requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Values collaboration, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.
• Is committed to providing outstanding client care while supporting the professional growth and development of clinical staff.
• Can effectively balance clinical excellence, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and operational priorities.