Director Of Children'S Clinical Services

NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER • Dallas, TX

9d • $80,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and families heal from substance use disorder. We provide a comprehensive continuum of care, from detox through residential and outpatient treatment, rooted in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice and a deep belief that recovery is possible for everyone we serve. At Nexus, our culture is built on the same values we bring to our clients: respect, compassion, and integrity. Our team is made up of professionals who are serious about the work and about each other, and we are committed to building a workplace where staff feel supported, valued, and able to grow. We back that commitment with meaningful benefits. Full-time employees receive fully covered health insurance premiums — no cost to you for your own coverage. Coverage is also available to dependents at a cost. Additionally, clinical and medical staff are eligible for student loan reimbursement through our HRSA-approved site designation, making Nexus an exceptional opportunity for those carrying the weight of graduate or professional school debt. If you're looking for work that matters, a team that shows up, and an organization that invests in the people doing the hard work, then we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree with associated licensure – LMSW, LCSW, LPC
• Minimum 2-year work experience in mental health clinical work with children and families.
• Must have children’s mental health services program design and implementation experience.
• Training in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is required
• Good organizational and time management skills, including proven ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and priorities under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including ability to anticipate problems and use judgement appropriately to plan solutions.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communications.
• Strong digital literacy, with proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Professionalism, initiative, and personal responsibility.
• Integrity, grace under pressure, and a sense of humor.
• Multi-cultural competence and comfort – ability to work with a diverse team and to work across differences at all levels.
• A belief in the mission of Nexus Recovery Center.
• Respects confidentiality always.
• Follows HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines for disclosing information.
• Adheres to the agency’s compliance plan, code of conduct, and the Nexus policies & procedures.
• Treats all clients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities with neatness, accuracy, and a degree of excellence, promptly.
• Ability to work at the maximum capacity of all required expectations.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• As a condition of continued employment, you are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all training required to stay in compliance with state licensure rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Training in Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy (ABA) is preferred.
• Training and experience working in therapeutic family system models of counseling, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments of children to identify emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for children in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including mothers, counselors, therapists, case managers, and the PPWC program director.
• Evaluate and select appropriate clinical assessment tools to accurately measure the emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of children affected by parental substance use.
• Ensure the selected assessments are evidence-based, age-appropriate, and aligned with best practices in trauma-informed care.
• Regularly review and update assessment tools to ensure they remain relevant and effective for the children's population served.
• Administer comprehensive clinical assessments to evaluate the emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of children impacted by substance use in the family.
• Collect and track data related to children's progress, treatment outcomes, and overall well-being as part of the facility's outcome measurement process.
• Analyze and report key outcome measures to ensure program effectiveness and compliance with grant requirements and to inform continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the facility's data management systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with all legal standards.
• Coordinate services and care for children, ensuring access to therapy, educational support, developmental services, and other appropriate resources.
• Facilitate referrals to external agencies, such as mental health services or specialized medical care.
• Ensure continuity of care for children during and after their mothers’ treatment, assisting with reintegration into home and school settings.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions for children who have been impacted by substance use disorders within their families.
• Offer trauma-informed care and crisis intervention services for children experiencing emotional distress or trauma.
• Provide family therapy sessions to improve mother-child relationships and address the family dynamic affected by substance use.
• Work closely with facility staff, including teachers, therapists, and support staff, to ensure a holistic approach to the care of children.
• Build relationships and collaborate with local child welfare services, schools, pediatricians, and mental health providers.
• Develop appropriate age group programs and activities that foster emotional well-being, resilience, and social skills for residential and outpatient children.
• Design and implement intervention strategies for children exposed to trauma, neglect, or abuse due to parental substance use.
• Advocate for children’s needs within the treatment framework, ensuring their voices are heard in care decisions.
• Provide parental education to mothers on child development, healthy communication, and positive parenting practices.
• Regularly monitor and evaluate children's progress through case reviews and updates to treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation according to facility and legal standards.
• Train and educate staff on child development, trauma-informed care, and best practices for working with children in a substance-affected environment.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child development and clinical interventions.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including DSHS rules, Joint Commission standards, child welfare laws, and privacy standards.
• Prepare reports on the progress of the children’s clinical services program, ensuring outcomes are aligned with organizational goals.
• Assist with transition planning for children who are discharging from the facility, ensuring the smooth continuation of care and support.
• Ensures services delivered as in line with the Nexus Mission and Values
• Other duties within the organization as assigned.

Benefits

• Fully covered health insurance premiums for employees
• Health insurance coverage available for dependents at a cost
• Student loan reimbursement for clinical and medical staff through HRSA-approved site designation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director