OMHC Clinical Director

K&I Healthcare Services, LLC is a supportive and inclusive organization that provides behavioral health services to adults and children. We have an exciting opportunity to work in our Outpatient Mental Health Clinic in Waldorf.

About the role

K&I is seeking a Clinical Director to join our team. We are particularly interested in hiring an LCSW-C or LCPC Board-approved supervisor. K&I seeks to provide clinicians an opportunity to develop into strong professionals and leaders in the mental health community.

As an OMHC, we treat patients of all ages for co-occurring mental health conditions, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and many other conditions. We are looking for a Clinical Director to keep our vision on track as well as organize and oversee the people and programs of our clinical department.

The ideal candidate has previous experience in a high-volume practice and many years of experience providing supervision to other therapists. As a Clinical Director, you must have an exceedingly high understanding of Maryland state behavioral health laws and be well-versed in the ethics requirements for all therapy licenses. Additional skills you must possess include being a self-starter, an excellent communicator across multiple platforms, and outstanding management and mentoring skills. If you have a deep respect for policies and ethics and can inspire that in others, you are ideal for the role. The goal is to ensure the smooth running of the clinical department aiming for maximum performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement strategies for program continuation and growth.
• Provide clinical training to clinical staff and interns.
• Provide both clinical and personnel supervision of the clinical staff.
• Foster a staff culture that supports the agency’s values and codes of conduct and provides assistance and information to senior management from time to time.
• Provide full-range clinical supervision and oversight of assigned therapists (individual and group supervision) and manage a small caseload of clients.
• Review assigned therapist notes, treatment plans, and clinical work in line with COMAR and HIPAA regulations.
• Provide clinical support and helpful resources to assigned therapists.
• Collaborate with other Clinical Supervisors and Associate Directors as required.
• Provide leadership and clinical oversight of clinical staff.
• Conduct periodic reviews of programs, including compliance with COMAR, corporate policies, and employment contracts.
• Organize and manage clinical training sessions for staff.
• Demonstrate a positive and supportive attitude toward the agency and its overall success.
• Use critical thinking, problem-solving, and good decision-making skills.

Requirements

• Master's degree (Required)
• LCPC, LCSW-C, or LPC (Required)
• Supervising Experience: 3 years (Preferred)
• Leadership Experience: 3 years (Preferred)
• Three to five years of progressively responsible program management experience and staff supervision, including expertise in transforming clinical staff into a highly functional team.
• Proven experience understanding and demonstrated ability to generate revenues for clinical services.
• Experience and confidence in identifying and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Experience working in a crisis setting with individuals and families.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Program development, evaluation, solid organizational skills, and public speaking.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially using Outlook, Word, Excel, and customized databases.
• Ability to work in and adapt to the culture of a multicultural, community-based organization.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with persons from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural groups.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) with CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
• Paid time off
• 401K with 3% matching after 1 year of employment
• $1000 CEU after 1 year of employment

Pay

$95,000 to $105,000 a year

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekend call
• Cover two locations but assigned to one location

Company Values

• Growth: We believe it is not where we are but where we are headed that matters. We are always improving and never complacent; eager to reflect on and learn from our mistakes.
• Persistent: We pride ourselves on being relentless, creatively pushing the limits of what is possible, and finding a way after others have given up.
• Quality First: We choose quality over speed for each client. Because we care deeply about the people we serve.
• Sincerity: We embrace difficult conversations, communicate openly what we are thinking and feeling, and build trust through transparency with one another.

Why K&I?

• Mission-driven company with a goal to help the vulnerable population in Maryland.
• Opportunity to make a significant difference in the future of mental health in Maryland.
• High-growth environment supportive of individual autonomy and purpose.
• One-of-a-kind company values and teamwork culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

This role is NOT for you if: You're looking for another 9-5 job, ask for permission rather than forgiveness, or aren't comfortable with every patient with mental health disorder or substance use disorder. We're a new OMHC with great potential, which means we all work hard, promote growth, are flexible, and quickly adapt to changing priorities.