Assistant Clinical Director of Residential Operations
About the role
This role is for someone who cares deeply about helping young people heal and supports the staff who make that healing possible. The Assistant Clinical Director will partner with the Clinical Director to ensure all youth in residential treatment receive thoughtful, effective, trauma-informed care.
Responsibilities
Implementing treatment programming - Bringing treatment plans to life within each milieu, ensuring youth receive consistent, supportive interventions.
Reviewing clinical documentation - Assisting with reviewing notes, assessments, case management documentation, and treatment plans to ensure accuracy and quality.
Evaluating referrals - Working with the Admissions Department to determine whether incoming referrals are a good fit for the program.
Collaborating with Program Directors - Partnering with leadership across cottages to ensure treatment services are fully and consistently implemented.
Developing treatment goals - Helping shape individualized goals that support each youth's therapeutic journey.
Requirements
A master's degree in a Human Services field
Independent clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LPP) with credentials to provide supervision
Supervisory experience (2+ years preferred) and clinical experience with children, adolescents, or families (3+ years)
Strong understanding of adolescent development, plus the ability to supervise staff and support youth with specialized needs
Solid management, program development, and evaluation skills
A valid driver's license and eligibility under the Maryhurst driving policy
Qualifications
Master's degree in a Human Services field
Independent clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LPP)
Supervisory experience (2+ years preferred)
Experience with children, adolescents, or families (3+ years)
Understanding of adolescent development
Ability to supervise staff and support youth with specialized needs
Management, program development, and evaluation skills
Valid driver's license and eligibility under the Maryhurst driving policy
Skills
Compassion
Leadership
Collaboration
Therapeutic approach
Documentation
Referral process
Program development
Evaluation
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance
Retirement plan
Flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities
Pay
Starting salary: Non-Licensed - $54,600, Licensed - $60,000
Schedule
Full-time position
What We Believe
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Mercy
Reconciliation
Individual Worth
Zeal
A Little About Maryhurst
Maryhurst serves children and families who need us most. Our programs work together to break cycles of abuse, restore hope, and build brighter futures:
Residential programs that help youth heal and transition to stable homes
Community and transitional living programs that equip survivors with tools for independence
Maryhurst Renewal, offering counseling and support for children, adults, and families in office, home, and school settings