Full-Time Clinical Director (CORE Program)

Georgia Families in Transition•Decatur, GA

9d•Remote

About The Position

The Full-Time Clinical Director for the CORE Program provides remote clinical oversight, supervision, and after-hours crisis support to ensure high-quality, compliant, and effective behavioral health services. This leadership role focuses on guiding CORE therapists and paraprofessionals, strengthening guardian engagement, and promoting client stability and retention. The Clinical Director serves as a key point of clinical leadership, ensuring that services align with the mission and standards of Georgia Families in Transition.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required.
Full independent licensure (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) in the State of Georgia required.
Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in community-based or outpatient behavioral health settings.
Comprehensive understanding of DBHDD and Medicaid documentation standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong clinical judgment and problem-solving ability.
Must be self-motivated and capable of providing remote leadership and supervision effectively.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing clinical leadership, consultation, and direction to CORE staff to ensure quality, ethical, and compliant service delivery.
Review and approve documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, and assessments, to ensure adherence to DBHDD and Medicaid standards.
Collaborate with the Executive Director to identify and address training needs, documentation gaps, and performance concerns.
Promote consistency and accountability among all CORE team members through structured communication and feedback.
Conduct weekly one-to-one supervisions with CORE therapists and paraprofessionals to review caseloads, client progress, and barriers to service.
Facilitate monthly group supervisions virtually to promote collaboration, skill-building, and clinical excellence.
Provide ongoing mentorship and support to enhance staff performance, documentation quality, and professional growth.
Maintain accurate supervision records in accordance with DBHDD and agency policies.
Support communication with client guardians to improve understanding of treatment goals, expectations, and progress.
Address service barriers and provide education and guidance to strengthen engagement and increase client retention.
Collaborate with staff to resolve challenges that impact service consistency or family participation.
Serve as the on-call clinical support for staff after hours as needed.
Provide direction and guidance in crisis situations, ensuring appropriate de-escalation, safety planning, and reporting.
Communicate all after-hours incidents promptly to the Executive Director with a summary of actions taken and follow-up needs.