Assistant Clinical Director

Overview

• Lead clinical operations within a residential treatment facility for youth aged 12–18.
• Ensure compliance with therapeutic standards and foster positive family dynamics.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support educational and emotional growth.
• Develop and implement transitional and permanency programs to improve outcomes.
• Provide clinical supervision to therapists and transitional coordinators.
• Maintain strong relationships with community resources and stakeholders.
• Participate in administrative and clinical meetings to ensure program alignment.
• Support compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise transitional coordinators and family support teams to ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee documentation and compliance with therapeutic standards.
• Develop plans to address barriers to successful reunification for families.
• Facilitate communication between therapists, transition staff, and unit teams.
• Provide direct clinical services as needed to support program operations.
• Monitor utilization of transitional funds in compliance with policies.
• Participate in treatment and discharge planning meetings.
• Maintain knowledge of local resources and referral procedures.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work with LCSW certification.
• Minimum 2 years of direct service experience with children with SED.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in the social service sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical records systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work weekends and travel to families’ homes as needed.
• Alignment with diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
• Experience with residential programs and therapeutic crisis intervention.