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Clinical Director
About the job Clinical Director
About Us:
We are a licensed detox and residential treatment facility in Michigan, committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our multidisciplinary approach supports stabilization, healing, and long-term recovery through structured and evidence-based care.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Clinical Director to lead our clinical team and oversee the therapeutic operations of our detox and residential programs. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring clinical integrity, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of trauma-informed, outcome-driven treatment practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct supervision and leadership to therapists, case managers, and clinical support staff
- Oversee and evaluate the delivery of all clinical services, ensuring adherence to state, federal, and accrediting body standards (MDHHS, JCAHO, CARF)
- Ensure individualized treatment planning, proper clinical documentation, and timely assessments
- Lead clinical team meetings and participate in interdisciplinary case reviews
- Train new staff, provide ongoing clinical supervision, and ensure staff development
- Review and approve treatment plans, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation as required
- Serve as liaison with external agencies, referral sources, and families as needed
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives, audits, and performance improvement efforts
- Monitor compliance with ASAM criteria, DSM-5 diagnoses, and medical necessity standards
- Support integration of co-occurring mental health services and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required
- Active Michigan licensure: LMSW, LPC, LP, or LLP (supervision credential required)
- Minimum of 35 years of clinical experience in substance use or co-occurring treatment settings
- At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory clinical role
- Strong working knowledge of Michigan licensing standards, ASAM, and evidence-based treatment models
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), clinical documentation, and utilization review
- Compassionate, collaborative leadership style with a commitment to excellence
Why Join Us?
- Be a key clinical leader in a mission-driven, accredited treatment facility
- Influence program development and quality outcomes
- Join a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to lasting recovery
- Competitive salary and benefits with room for growth