Clinical Manager

Clarvida - California•Santa Ana, CA

8d•$87,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Clarvida is hiring a Clinical Manager Track One to supervise clinical staff and services at a site. The role ensures that mental health treatment maximizes client independence and family empowerment, oversees individual and group counseling, and ensures compliance with company policies and government regulations. The position is based on-site in Santa Ana, California, and is full-time, with an annual salary of $87,000–$90,000. The Clinical Manager oversees clinic clinical services, provides treatment-team leadership, and keeps supervisors informed about program performance and needs. The role includes direct client care as assigned, coordination with outside clinicians and medical professionals, clinical documentation and quality assurance, utilization reviews, program development, staff consultation, administrative work, and adherence to budgets, HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries. Client transportation is required using a personal car or vehicle. Clarvida emphasizes customer care, recovery and wellness, consumer and community strengths, cultural diversity, ongoing learning, and the use of evidence-based practices. The company describes itself as a provider of trauma-informed, recovery-focused behavioral health and human services, with culturally responsive and evidence-based care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited college or university.
Licensed for 1–2 years as an LCSW or MFT, or licensed by the appropriate Board as a Clinical Psychologist to practice independently at the highest level possible; two years of licensure is preferred.
At least five years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and/or mental health care.
At least two years of post-licensure experience.
Direct clinical and case management experience.
Group leadership experience and knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy.
Valid California driver’s license and valid auto insurance; proof of education is also required.
Strong clinical and interpersonal skills and ability to lead and direct others’ work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate-level PC skills.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively and manage time.
Use a personal car or vehicle to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

Two years of licensure is preferred.
Short Doyle knowledge is preferred.
First Aid Certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of clinical services at a clinic.
Consult regularly with a superior about program performance and needs.
Facilitate regular meetings and provide treatment-team leadership.
Provide direct client care as assigned, including individual, family, or group therapy, discharge planning, and phone contacts with parents and referral sources.
Coordinate with outside clinicians, the medical director, and/or nurses regarding treatment issues, professional consultations, and medication evaluations.
Complete and submit required reports, including Quality Assurance reports.
Complete utilization reviews for program clients and document them appropriately.
Collaborate with the Program Director to establish clinical program content and service delivery.
Audit client charts for clinical documentation.
Provide consultation or education to community organizations, human service agencies, hospitals, and county departments as needed.
Participate in program development and consult with staff about difficult cases and psychiatric emergencies.
Maintain and ensure HIPAA compliance, ethical standards, and professional boundaries with staff and clients.
Adhere to the department budget and potentially participate in its development.
Perform administrative functions consistent with program needs.
Participate in program staff and planning meetings as required.
Transport clients to support community relationships, using a personal car or vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary to support the department or company.
Provide the best customer care possible and support consumers’ recovery and wellness.
Identify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities served.
Promote an organizational culture that respects and celebrates consumer diversity.
Value ongoing learning, research and use industry best practices, and analyze services to support positive outcomes.