Clinical Director

Embark Behavioral Health • Bend, OR

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Embark Behavioral Health Bend is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Clinical Director to lead clinical and nursing teams at its residential treatment center. The role provides strategic leadership, ensures clinical excellence, maintains safety and compliance, and fosters a collaborative, supportive culture grounded in healing and connection. The Clinical Director works with other leaders to support program success and help adolescents and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other behavioral health challenges find lasting hope and resilience.

The position is on-site at 63140 Dickey Rd, Bend, OR 97701, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM and occasional early-morning and early-evening presence. The role also participates in the on-call system and maintains a small therapeutic caseload of 2–3 clients.

The annual salary is $105,000–$115,000, depending on experience. Embark offers professional growth opportunities, an eligible Management Incentive Plan, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, retirement matching, paid time off and holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• Hold an independent Oregon clinical license: LMFT, LCSW, LPC, PsyD, or PhD.
• Be prepared to establish a CAQH profile and obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) during onboarding.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision.
• At least 5 years of experience in social services or a related field, including work with high-risk adolescents.
• Proven experience managing or supervising clinical teams.
• Strong knowledge of DSM-IV/V-TR, clinical terminology, and a wide range of therapeutic modalities.
• Understanding of documentation, compliance standards, and confidentiality laws.
• Proficiency with basic computer software and EHR systems.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a drug screening, background check, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the Clinical and Nursing Departments, guiding program direction, clinical initiatives, and organizational excellence.
• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic practices, regulatory compliance, and clinical integrity throughout the residential program.
• Oversee admissions, discharges, treatment planning, and clinical reviews to support outcomes, census stability, and smooth client transitions.
• Recruit, mentor, and supervise clinical and nursing staff, fostering engagement, collaboration, and continuous professional development.
• Maintain a therapeutic caseload of 2–3 clients while promoting systemic, holistic, family-focused treatment approaches.
• Strengthen operational systems, including accurate documentation, licensing compliance, insurance authorizations, and effective utilization management.
• Support risk management by participating in investigations, root-cause analysis, and ongoing quality and safety improvements.
• Lead clinical and residential training initiatives and contribute to continuous learning, development, and program-wide improvement.
• Participate as a crucial team member in the on-call system.

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program offering professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Eligibility for Management Incentive Plan (MIP) bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options, including PPO and HDHP plans with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt employees.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage; voluntary life and optional short-term disability coverage are available.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions after the eligibility period.
• Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program providing free, confidential support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed