Clinical Director (LCSW, LMFT, Psy.D, or LPCC) – Mental Health 617

Main Template•La Palma, CA

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About The Position

The Clinical Director is a mid-level management position reporting directly to the Administrator. The role provides leadership, coordination, and clinical supervision to multidisciplinary teams and/or programs and assists the Administrator with quality improvement duties. The position participates in a structured, advance-scheduled on-call rotation and must monitor communications and respond to work-related needs in accordance with operational protocols. The position is with Telecare’s Home First North FSP, an Orange County Housing Full Service Partnership program providing housing-supportive and behavioral health services to help members maintain stable housing. Services include case management and behavioral health-focused support tailored to members’ individual needs, hopes, and dreams. The multidisciplinary team includes peer specialists, case managers, a psychiatrist, a nurse practitioner, master’s-level team leads, and clinicians experienced in housing-supportive and behavioral health-focused services. The program serves Orange County residents age 18 or older diagnosed with severe mental illness and people who are housed but at risk of losing their housing. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., varying as needed. The expected starting wage range is $96,263.29–$118,919.08; pay is geographically adjusted and starting pay depends on relevant experience above the minimum requirements. The position may require driving clients to appointments and groups and attending meetings in the employee’s personal vehicle, with weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate. Employment is contingent on acceptable results from applicable post-offer screening, including a physical examination, two-step tuberculosis test, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If driving is required, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance must be provided at employment and maintained. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Requirements

Master’s or higher degree in Social Services.
Current licensure or registration in the state where the program operates: LCSW, LMFT, RN, or Ph.D./Psy.D.; in Washington, LICSW or LMHC. Out-of-state applicants with existing licensure in good standing are excepted as stated in the posting.
One year in a leadership role in a relevant setting, inpatient or outpatient as appropriate.
Two years of post-graduate direct clinical experience in a mental health setting.
Experience working with mental health and substance use consumers, families, and advisory boards.
Valid, current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
Willingness to use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups and to attend meetings; mileage is reimbursed weekly at the IRS rate.
Sensitivity to multicultural populations and issues.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must hold CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certifications on the date of employment or obtain them within 60 days of employment, and maintain current certification throughout employment.
If driving is required, maintain a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, coordination, and clinical supervision to multidisciplinary teams and/or programs.
Assist the Administrator with quality improvement duties.
Participate in a structured, advance-scheduled on-call rotation; monitor communications and respond to work-related needs in accordance with operational protocols.
As needed, use a personal vehicle to transport clients to appointments and groups and to attend meetings.

Benefits

Paid time off accrual for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
Nine paid holidays.
Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift.
Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC.
Free continuing education units (CEUs).
Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
Coaching and mentorship.
Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
401(k).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.