Clinical Director (Outpatient Behavioral Health)
About The Position
Clinical Director – Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) | Phoenix, AZ Full-Time | Exempt Leadership Role Make an Impact. Lead Clinically. Change Lives. Ready to Lead Where It Matters Most? Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) is seeking a dynamic, independently licensed Clinical Director to lead our Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic, serving individuals experiencing homelessness across the Valley. This is more than a clinic leadership role — it’s an opportunity to shape clinical services that help people move from crisis to stability, from homelessness to housing, and from survival to recovery. If you're a licensed behavioral health leader who thrives building programs, mentoring clinicians, and delivering high-quality care to high-need populations, this is the role for you.
Requirements
- Independently licensed with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
- Experience providing clinical supervision and oversight
- Knowledge of Medicaid/AHCCCS and behavioral health documentation standards
- Experience working with high-acuity or vulnerable populations
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
- Experience developing policies, procedures, or programs
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Independent clinical licensure in Arizona (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist).
- Minimum of three years of clinical experience working with adults including high-acuity populations.
- Minimum of three years of supervisory and administrative experience in a behavioral health setting.
- Experience providing clinical oversight and supervision to unlicensed staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- State of Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one.
Nice To Haves
- Experience serving individuals experiencing homelessness or co-occurring conditions is highly valued.
- Experience working in homeless services or shelter-based programs.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily clinic operations ensuring safe, effective, and compliant service delivery
- Provide clinical supervision and guidance to unlicensed staff (BHTs, BHPPs, etc.)
- Maintain a limited caseload of high-acuity clients
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, AHCCCS, and licensing standards
- Lead documentation quality and clinical best practices
- Develop and support staff through training and coaching
- Strengthen community partnerships and represent CASS in behavioral health networks
- Drive quality improvement and program development efforts
- Serve as on-site clinical authority during clinic hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
