Clinical Director
About The Position
The School Clinical Director oversees and guides clinical programs within the school district, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based services support students’ mental health and well-being. The role includes leading clinical staff, developing policies and procedures, coordinating with external partners, and contributing directly to program development and evaluation. The Clinical Director may also provide direct clinical services or consultation in complex cases. The position requires the physical capacities described in the posting; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or doctorate in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, School Psychology, or a closely related field.
- Valid clinical licensure, such as LPC, LCSW, or Psychologist, as required by state and district regulations.
- Demonstrated clinical practice experience in educational settings; leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of mental health, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic practices in a school environment.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership or supervisory responsibilities in clinical practice within educational settings.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve clinical services tailored to the student population.
- Ensure clinical programs align with current best practices and regulatory standards.
- Lead and supervise counselors, social workers, school psychologists, and other mental health professionals.
- Organize and facilitate ongoing professional development and training, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Develop and update clinical policies, protocols, and procedures to comply with state and federal regulations.
- Establish guidelines for crisis intervention, confidentiality, and ethical clinical practice.
- Serve as the primary liaison among clinical staff, school administrators, teachers, and families to support a cohesive approach to students’ needs.
- Collaborate with community agencies and healthcare providers to expand services and resources.
- Monitor and assess clinical program effectiveness through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Adjust programming based on feedback, outcomes, and emerging needs.
- Provide direct clinical services or consultation to students in complex cases when appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
