Assistant Director, Clinical Education and Training

Brightli • Springfield, MO

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Assistant Director, Clinical Education & Training provides system‑level leadership for the design, coordination, and delivery of clinical and operational training that strengthens workforce capability and promotes consistent, high‑quality practice across Centerstone . This role leads enterprise‑wide training initiatives, supervises Clinical Training Partners, establishes instructional standards, and ensures training activities align with regulatory expectations, accreditation requirements, clinical best practices, and organizational strategy . In addition to oversight of training quality and consistency, the Assistant Director provides strategic and operational leadership across the clinical education portfolio—monitoring training effectiveness, supporting data‑informed decision‑making, coordinating cross‑department initiatives, and contributing to resource planning and budget oversight. The role also oversees Continuing Education (CE) activities, ensuring compliance, quality, and continuous improvement. The Assistant Director partners closely with leaders across Human Resources, Compliance, Credentialing, Information Technology/EHR, and regional clinical programs to integrate systems, streamline workflows, and ensure training initiatives support departmental KPIs and Centerstone’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of clinical best practices in behavioral health
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including coaching, feedback, and team development
• Expertise in instructional design, adult learning theory, and training evaluation
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills across diverse professional audiences
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and disciplines
• Strong organizational and project‑management skills
• Proficiency with technology and learning platforms
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Master’s degree in a mental health discipline or closely related field required
• Fully licensed clinician (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist, or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health settings required
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
• Successful completion of all required background checks, including criminal history, abuse/neglect registries, fingerprinting, and driving record
• Completion of New Hire Orientation and all required ongoing training (including Relias)

Nice To Haves

• Prior training, teaching, or instructional design experience strongly preferred
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred (formal or informal)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and professional development to Clinical Training Partners.
• Establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support growth in instructional design, facilitation, consultation, and professional conduct.
• Mentor staff in adult learning principles, evidence‑based practices, and effective training delivery methodologies.
• Monitor workload distribution and ensure timely completion of training initiatives and departmental projects.
• Lead system-wide assessments of organizational training needs in partnership with program supervisors, directors, regional executives, and HR partners.
• Prioritize training initiatives based on Centerstone’s strategic goals, quality metrics, identified risk areas, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure standardized training processes, materials, and methodologies across all regions.
• Oversee development and implementation of annual training plans and departmental objectives.
• Guide the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical and operational training programs.
• Ensure all educational content aligns with Centerstone standards, branding guidelines, clinical best practices, and adult learning theory.
• Review, approve, and refine curricula, training materials, and multimedia content developed by the training team.
• Monitor training effectiveness measures, satisfaction scores, completion metrics, and impact on clinical performance.
• Lead internal audits of training practices and maintain accuracy of training databases, course listings, and presenter documentation.
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee formal Continuing Education (CE) presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Ensure compliance with all CE sponsorship, accreditation, and regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee CE documentation processes, including certificate development, distribution, and tracking.
• Monitor evaluation and feedback systems to ensure quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with presenters to ensure CE content meets accreditation standards, clinical expectations, and organizational quality requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison between Clinical Education & Training and Human Resources, Compliance, Credentialing, IT/EHR, and clinical program leadership.
• Partner with leaders to develop training strategies that support onboarding, ongoing competency, regulatory compliance, and organizational initiatives.
• Provide consultation to regional leaders and supervisors regarding training needs, performance trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Attend departmental, regional, and executive meetings as a representative of Clinical Education & Training.
• Oversee training calendars, communication systems, and departmental resource libraries.
• Ensure timely, consistent communication of training opportunities and system updates across regions.
• Support budget planning by identifying resource needs and approving training expenditures prior to Director review.
• Maintain oversight of training‑related data systems, ensuring accurate tracking of participation, funding sources, and required attendance.
• Deliver direct training to internal and external audiences as needed, particularly for high-priority or specialized training topics.
• Model exceptional facilitation skills, professionalism, and adherence to clinical and instructional best practices.
• Support departmental strategic initiatives and enterprise implementation of best practices.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Clinical Education & Training.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level