Clinical Director - Behavioral Health

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead and oversee behavioral health services within a residential treatment setting. This leadership role is responsible for supervising clinical staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving program development and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to the clinical team.
• Oversee daily clinical operations and ensure delivery of evidence-based care.
• Manage complex clinical cases and maintain a small clinical caseload as needed.
• Develop and implement clinical programs, treatment protocols, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Monitor clinical documentation, chart audits, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with medical and operational leadership to achieve organizational goals.
• Support staff recruitment, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Represent the organization through professional and community engagement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active Virginia license as LPC, LCSW, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Clinical Director in a Residential Treatment Center (RTC).
• Minimum 3 years of experience treating Substance Use Disorders (SUD).
• Experience with clinical supervision, program management, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification, valid driver's license, and ability to pass background screening.

Preferred Experience

• Residential Treatment Centers (RTC)
• Behavioral Health Leadership
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment
• Clinical Supervision
• Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance
• Utilization Management and Insurance Authorization

Schedule

Flexibility for occasional evenings, weekends, on-call responsibilities, and limited travel as needed.