Clinical Director

Location: San Diego, California | Employment Type: Full-time

About The Role

The Clinical Director is responsible for directly supervising clinical staff and overseeing services at a designated site to ensure mental health treatment is delivered in a way that maximizes client independence and family empowerment. This role includes oversight of individual and group counseling services, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations, and supporting recovery-oriented care for youth and families. The position is part of the Kickstart program, which focuses on early intervention and prevention of psychosis for individuals ages 12 to 40.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of clinical services within the clinic
• Consults regularly with leadership regarding program performance and needs
• Facilitates staff meetings and provides treatment team leadership
• Provides direct client care including individual, family, and group therapy, discharge planning, and communication with parents and referral sources
• Coordinates with external clinicians, medical director, and nursing staff on treatment and medication needs
• Completes and submits required reports including Quality Assurance documentation
• Conducts utilization reviews and ensures proper documentation for program clients
• Collaborates with Program Director on clinical program development and service delivery
• Audits client charts for compliance and accuracy in documentation
• Provides consultation and education to community organizations and agencies
• Participates in program development and supports staff with complex cases and psychiatric emergencies
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Supports department budgeting and may assist in budget development
• Performs administrative duties aligned with program needs
• Attends staff and planning meetings as required
• Transports clients as needed using personal vehicle
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, or Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Licensed LCSW, MFT, or Clinical Psychologist eligible to practice independently (two years post-licensure preferred)
• Minimum five years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, or mental health care
• At least two years of post-licensure clinical experience
• Experience in clinical care, case management, and group leadership
• Knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy; Short Doyle knowledge preferred
• Strong leadership, clinical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and proof of education required

Pay

$100,000 annually

Benefits

• Full-time Employees:
  • Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
  • Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
  • Up to 10 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
  • Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
• All Employees:
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Bi-weekly pay
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Perks @ Clarvida – discounts on student loan refinancing, pet insurance, Verizon wireless, movies, hotels, concerts, and sporting events
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Cellphone stipend

*Benefits may vary by state or county