Clinical Director

A BETTER LIFE RECOVERY LLC•Seattle, WA

4d•$100,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Director is responsible for overseeing the clinical care and treatment of all clients within their program. This includes developing and implementing effective, engaging, and therapeutically sound programming aligned with payer and regulatory requirements. The role provides both formal and informal clinical supervision to program staff and serves as a key liaison between clinical services and departments such as Admissions, Business Development, Utilization Review, and Finance.

Requirements

Active clinical licensure (LMFT, LMHC, LICSW, PsyD, or equivalent) for the state of Washington.
Experience in mental health treatment settings
Demonstrated managerial or leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Ability to provide board certified supervision in the state of Washington to associate/resident level clinicians is highly preferred.
Master’s-level licensed clinician with a strong background in treating co-occurring disorders
Familiarity with insurance billing practices, medical necessity criteria, and utilization review
Knowledge of DHCS licensing, TJC accreditation, and clinical documentation compliance
At least 2 years of relevant leadership experience
Experience in clinical supervision and team leadership
Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR), GSuite, and digital documentation tools
Strong communication, de-escalation, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

Responsibilities

Provide clinical leadership and ensure program compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and professional standards.
Supervise and support Program Managers and clinical staff, promoting high-quality care and effective team collaboration.
Design and oversee evidence-based treatment programming tailored to adolescents with mental health needs.
Manage program performance, quality improvement, and adherence to licensing/accreditation standards.
Work collaboratively with other departments to support admissions, hiring, training, and conflict resolution.
Report program status, client progress, and staffing updates to the Executive Director on a regular basis.
Cultivate a therapeutic, person-centered, and culturally responsive treatment environment.
Participate in staff evaluations, disciplinary actions, and ensure the delivery of ongoing training and supervision.
Utilize data-driven insights and feedback to continuously enhance client care and program effectiveness.