Clinical Manager

Hickory Recovery•Grinnell, IA

19d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Clinical Manager is the lead management member of the treatment team and serves as a primary facilitator for clients throughout the continuum from admission to discharge. Working under the immediate supervision of the Clinical Director, the Clinical Manager collaborates routinely with the Clinical Director, monitors treatment-plan progress, contributes to group-program development and implementation, and assists with all components of client treatment planning, including programmatic implementation, intake, and discharge. The role maintains a caseload of 8–10 clients, provides clinical services, supervises Case Managers, and supports documentation quality, staff development, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a behavioral health discipline, counseling, social work, or a related field.
At least 2 years of post-graduate experience.
Clinical license eligibility is required (LCAC, LMHC, or LCSW).
Ability to prioritize and multitask, with exceptional time-management skills.
Ability to competently encourage and inspire direct reports in delivering clinical services through professionalism.
Client-centered team approach and advanced computer skills.
Understanding of behavioral health and substance-abuse disorders.
Scheduling flexibility to accommodate varied client admissions, including weekend and on-call assignments.

Responsibilities

Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA in all communication regarding clients.
Use the DSM-5 competently for assessment and clinical decision-making.
Provide initial screenings for potential client admissions when needed.
Maintain a caseload of 8–10 clients.
Facilitate process groups twice per week with the assigned caseload.
Document all client sessions and complete the discharge process as required.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, ethical treatment, and professional boundaries, appearance, demeanor, and communication standards.
Perform all duties and responsibilities assigned to therapists.
Audit team documentation in the EMR for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Ensure clinical documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Provide supervision to Case Managers.
Prepare group materials aligned with the current curriculum.
Complete competency reviews, training, and routine performance evaluations for supervised staff.
Attend weekly staff meetings with the treatment team.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Executive Director.
Participate in ongoing training, competency, development, and performance-review processes.