Startup Clinical Director – SUD Program Leader

Paradigm Recovery Centers; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package available

Job summary

Paradigm Recovery Center is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead clinical development and daily operations of a startup substance use disorder program offering ASAM 2.1 and 2.5 levels of care in Missouri.

This role requires strong regulatory knowledge, leadership, and a collaborative, person-centered treatment culture to support ongoing program growth and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field.
• Independent clinical licensure in Missouri (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist) or license-eligible with active pursuit.
• Minimum of 3–5 years clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment.
• Prior experience in PHP and/or IOP settings.
• Supervisory experience or qualification to provide clinical supervision.
• Strong knowledge of ASAM Criteria (2.1 & 2.5) and Missouri DMH regulations.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall clinical leadership for ASAM 2.1 and 2.5 programs.
• Develop, implement, and oversee clinical programming, treatment schedules, and therapeutic modalities.
• Ensure treatment services align with ASAM Criteria, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Participate in start-up planning, including policies & procedures, workflows, and program structure.
• Ensure compliance with Missouri DMH licensing standards, documentation requirements, and applicable federal/state regulations.
• Oversee clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct regular chart reviews and audits to ensure quality and compliance.
• Prepare for and participate in licensing visits, audits, and inspections.
• Provide clinical supervision to therapists, counselors, and other clinical staff as required by licensure.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of clinical team members.
• Foster a collaborative, ethical, and supportive clinical culture.
• Provide ongoing staff development, case consultation, and clinical training.
• Oversee intake, assessment, treatment planning, continued stay, and discharge processes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Ensure individualized, culturally responsive, and client-centered care.
• Support continuity of care and coordination with referral sources and community partners.
• Work closely with executive leadership, operations, admissions, and business development teams.
• Assist with development of referral relationships and community partnerships.
• Serve as a clinical representative of Paradigm Recovery Center as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Staff supervision

Program development

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field

Job description

Paradigm Recovery Center is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead clinical development and daily operations of a startup substance use disorder program offering ASAM 2.1 and 2.5 levels of care in Missouri.

This role requires strong regulatory knowledge, leadership, and a collaborative, person-centered treatment culture to support ongoing program growth and adherence to standards.