Clinical Program Director

About the Role

Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens. We help adolescents 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. The Clinical Director is an experienced, licensed clinician who oversees the clinical operations of two Evolve residential programs located in La Mesa, CA, working alongside the Operations Manager to ensure all administrative, operations, and compliance needs are met.

Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight to the programs and ensure that all quality, clinical excellence, and safety measures are maintained.
• Provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff per BBS requirements.
• Provide tours for prospective clients and their families and support Primary Therapists as needed in supporting clients’ families.
• Ensure that the program’s clinical approach remains behavioral and skills-based and in line with Evolve’s mission and values.
• Facilitate weekly Treatment Team meetings, regular clinical trainings, and provide clinical mentorship; compile behavioral feedback for clients and ensure meeting notes are taken and distributed.
• Regularly review and audit clinical documentation for the program to maintain internal and licensing standards.
• Assist with coverage of individual, family, and group therapy sessions as needed during Primary Therapist absences.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the teams.
• Provide direct supervision and facilitate weekly meetings with the Primary Therapists and Operations Manager to provide oversight and individualized support.
• Evaluate the performance and competence of staff, and when necessary, discipline and discharge subordinate staff in accordance with established personnel policies (e.g., performance evaluations, coaching plans).
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to oversee Residential Counselor and Chef performance and participate in implementation of performance reviews and disciplinary action.
• Create and maintain a positive, collaborative team culture and collaborate with the Operations Manager to facilitate quarterly team-building activities.
• Provide staff with updates/changes to policies, procedures, and organizational goals.
• Maintain the program schedule and ensure that it adheres to Evolve’s program schedule requirements.

Requirements

• Licensed for at least 2 years in California as a LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC.
• Must be able to pass a Live Scan background check.
• Exceptional clinical judgment.
• Knowledge and experience in various therapeutic orientations and treatment modalities.
• Provides clear communication both in person and via email.
• Demonstrates sensitivity and attentiveness to clinical needs related to disability and/or racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual, and gender identity.
• Knowledge of adolescent mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive collaborative relationship among staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescents, particularly those with mental health and substance abuse issues.
• Experience with supervision and management.

Pay

$120,000 - $135,000

Schedule

This is a full-time, onsite position.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off – flexible policy with accrual starting immediately upon hire, including paid holidays, sick days, bereavement, and religious observances.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement Planning.
• Professional Training – quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses.
• Free Meals – provided by our in-house chef for employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers.