Clinical Director

Amae Health•Orange, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Amae Health is a Series B, venture-backed Public Benefit Corporation that delivers specialty outpatient care for people living with severe mental illness, including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar I disorder, and treatment-resistant depression. We design and operate high-acuity, in-person clinics across the United States. Our model integrates psychiatry, therapy, primary care, dietitians, and community health workers under one roof to deliver coordinated, longitudinal care for a population that has historically been fragmented across systems. Leading health systems collaborate with Amae to bring this model to their communities, including NewYork-Presbyterian, Cedars-Sinai, Mass General Brigham, Novant Health, and CommonSpirit Health. Our investors include health systems such as Cedars-Sinai and CommonSpirit Health, organizations that evaluated our model clinically and chose to back it. Many clinicians who join Amae have worked in PHPs, IOPs, inpatient psychiatry, or community mental health. They understand the limitations of the traditional system. Amae was built to change that—for patients and for clinicians. Amae offers integrated care, not a referral network, where psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, dietitians, and community health workers work side-by-side and share responsibility for the same patients. Clinicians practice at the top of their license with manageable caseloads, meaningful clinical depth, and purpose-built tools designed for this population. Through collaboration with Mass General Brigham, clinicians receive ongoing training, supervision, and mentorship in evidence-based SMI care. Clinicians contribute to new outcomes frameworks and research shaping the future of severe mental illness care. The model is built for sustainability through team-based care, thoughtful caseloads, and strong infrastructure, making the work meaningful and sustainable over time.

Requirements

An unrestricted registered license as a Psychologist, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT or LPCC license in the state of California
Prior experience working with severe mental illness (SMI), other mental health challenges, and addiction.
Experience in counseling patients and creating personalized treatment plans is vital.
Embrace a comprehensive view of health, showcasing the ability to work effectively in various settings and with diverse populations, including both patients and colleagues.
Comfort in one-on-one or group settings, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to changing situations reflect the dynamic nature of this position.
Capacity to lead, coach, and negotiate will be leveraged to inspire your team and negotiate solutions that benefit our patients and the organization.
A well-organized approach, coupled with experience in planning and designing events and activities, will allow you to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Basic computer skills are a prerequisite, ensuring smooth navigation of necessary tools and platforms.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the medical, mental health, and social service systems in Orange County, along with a thorough understanding of patient rights, will position you for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise an interdisciplinary team, fostering collaboration and success across all facets of the clinic.
Conduct daily care coordination meetings to oversee treatment plans, providing guidance and feedback to enhance patient outcomes.
Head the intake process by connecting new patients to necessary clinical resources, and lead the crafting of individualized treatment plans that are tailored to each patient’s unique needs and journey.
Directly engage in the care of complex patients, offering support to the clinical team and intervention as needed, ensuring our members unique needs are met with empathy and expertise.
In partnership with clinical and operational stakeholders, devise and implement strategic initiatives to elevate quality of care, member outcomes, and cost-efficiency.
Proactively identify and address issues, working collaboratively with coworkers to create thoughtful solutions.
Undertake any required training, ensuring that your skills and knowledge are in alignment with the latest best practices in the field.