Job Overview
We’re looking for a compassionate, experienced leader to join our team as Clinical Director! In this role, you’ll guide and support our dedicated staff, oversee high-quality, client-centered care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders, and help shape programs that truly make a difference. You’ll work closely with medical and administrative teams, ensuring we stay compliant while fostering a positive, collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about helping others and ready to lead with heart and vision, we’d love to meet you.
Duties
1. Regulatory & Quality Oversight
- Develop, review, and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.
- Ensure compliance with New Jersey licensure standards (e.g., N.J.A.C. 10:161B) and accreditation requirements (JCAHO, etc.).
- Oversee implementation of evidence-based treatment practices and ensure continuous quality improvement.
2. Clinical Leadership & Supervision
- Provide and document weekly clinical supervision to counselors, interns, and licensed staff, both individually and in groups.
- Supervise hiring, onboarding, credentialing, and evaluation of clinical personnel.
- Ensure proper development and execution of individual treatment plans, including for clients with co-occurring disorders.
3. Clinical Service Management
- Oversee delivery of all clinical services to ensure adherence to treatment plans and agency standards.
- May carry a small clinical caseload (individual and/or group therapy) to remain engaged in direct care.
- Audit client records to ensure documentation is complete, timely, and meets regulatory standards.
4. Program Development & Evaluation
- Design, implement, and update clinical programs, group curricula, and therapeutic approaches.
- Define, monitor, and report on clinical key performance indicators (e.g., retention, completion, relapse rates).
- Evaluate program effectiveness and make adjustments based on outcomes and best practices.
5. Organizational & Administrative Tasks
- Collaborate on budgeting and allocation of resources for clinical services.
- Assist with insurance credentialing, billing compliance, and utilization reviews.
- Prepare reports for executive leadership, boards, or stakeholders on clinical operations and outcomes.
6. Collaboration & Coordination
- Work closely with medical staff (e.g., Medical Director, nurses) to ensure integrated care, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Develop and maintain relationships with external service providers (vocational, educational, healthcare) through formal agreements.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support a coordinated approach to client care.
7. Staff Development & Morale
- Provide mentoring, professional development, and training opportunities for clinical staff.
- Observe therapy sessions, offer feedback, and intervene in clinical crises as needed.
- Foster positive team dynamics and address performance or morale concerns among staff.
- Ensure compliance with New Jersey licensure standards (e.g., N.J.A.C. 10:161B) and accreditation requirements (CARF, JCAHO, etc.).
- Oversee implementation of evidence-based treatment practices and ensure continuous quality improvement.
Qualifications
- At least 3–5 years of direct clinical experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment.
- At least 1–3 years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in an outpatient or similar setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of New Jersey state regulations for licensed SUD facilities (N.J.A.C. 10:161B).
- Active New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in good standing.
- Certification as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or equivalent (preferred, but not always required).
- Proficiency with evidence-based practices for SUD and co-occurring disorders (e.g., CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care).
- Familiarity with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) approaches and integration of medical and behavioral care.
- Solid understanding of clinical documentation standards, including treatment planning, progress notes, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with quality assurance, audits, and accreditation processes (e.g., CARF, JCAHO).
- Strong leadership, team-building, and staff development skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution abilities.
- Comfort with data-driven decision-making, program evaluation, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Competence with electronic health record (EHR) systems and general office technology. KIPU experience a plus
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our clients by providing exceptional therapeutic support!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
Experience:
- Clinical Supervision: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CCS (certified clinical supervision) (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
