Clinical Director - Azul

About the role

Monte Nido Azul is a primary eating disorder day treatment program exclusively for adults seeking treatment for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, or Exercise Addiction. Through partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming, clients participate in group and individual therapy, benefit from Monte Nido’s clinical, medical, psychiatric, and nutritional expertise, and experience real-life challenges.

The Clinical Director is responsible for the overall clinical quality of our treatment program, including ensuring quality care, continuous quality improvement, appropriate staffing, and budget responsibility. This position oversees all matters related to the clinical programming of the facility to further enhance our clients’ experiences.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall clinical quality of programming with continuous improvement, staffing, and fiscal responsibility.
• Directly lead clinical therapists through mentoring and coaching; assist therapists interacting with insurance payers.
• Model normalized eating habits by eating meals to completion with clients and staff while working at mealtimes.
• Conduct individual therapy, group therapy, or family therapy as needed.
• Participate in discharge and aftercare planning with the entire treatment team.
• Provide safe, affirming, and empathetic support across multiple populations.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred; may substitute leadership experience elsewhere.
• Working knowledge of admissions and intake, Utilization Review, and 3rd party or insurance payers.
• Previous experience with Joint Commission and regulatory standards compliance is desired.
• Ability to manage budgets and utilize KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) is preferred.
• Experience in an Eating Disorder program or other residential behavioral health setting is very helpful.
• Knowledge of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices.
• Employee selection and performance management experience are a plus.
• Must hold a Master's degree in a clinical discipline, at minimum.
• Active State license (or be license eligible).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities