Director of Clinical Services

College Living Experience of San Diego LLC•San Diego, CA

3d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Clinical Services provides clinical leadership and individualized support for neurodivergent young adults at College Living Experience (CLE). The role combines student assessment, individualized planning, program development, staff supervision and mentorship, and collaboration with families and an interdisciplinary team. The Director helps students build social, emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal skills that support confidence, self-advocacy, and independence in real-world settings. The Director assesses prospective students and develops individualized recommendations, action plans, and behavioral strategies. They lead and develop staff, oversee social skills programming and interventions, evaluate student progress and program effectiveness, and provide staff training and consultation. The role also involves supporting families through transitions to adulthood, coordinating with outside providers and CLE teams, maintaining timely documentation, and communicating progress and recommendations. The position is full-time, exempt, and in-person in community-based and office-based settings in San Diego, California. It requires travel between work sites and transporting students to approved program-related activities as needed.

Requirements

Current applicable state certification or professional license as a Clinical Psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or other qualifying clinical professional.
At least two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities, learning differences, or neurodivergent needs.
Experience working with older adolescents or young adults in school, community, clinical, or private practice settings.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing individualized social, emotional, or behavioral support strategies.
Familiarity with psychoeducational assessments, adaptive functioning measures, and other relevant psychological evaluation tools.
Strong communication, clinical judgment, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, staff, and outside service providers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and electronic documentation and scheduling systems.
Valid driver’s license.
At least one year of licensed driving experience.
Ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising staff, mentoring professionals, or leading clinical programs.
Experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, or related neurodevelopmental differences.

Responsibilities

Assess prospective students using interviews, application materials, and psychoeducational evaluations to determine program fit and support needs.
Develop individualized recommendations, student action plans, and behavioral intervention strategies based on students’ strengths, goals, and needs.
Provide clinical guidance regarding social, emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal challenges that may affect student success.
Partner with students, families, and staff to establish goals promoting confidence, self-advocacy, and independence.
Collaborate with students’ outside therapists and providers to support continuity of care and consistent strategies.
Lead, supervise, and mentor Social Skills Instructors, Mentors, and other assigned staff.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing staff development.
Oversee individualized social skills programming, group activities, and evidence-informed interventions tailored to student needs.
Develop and facilitate staff training on neurodiversity, behavioral strategies, effective communication, and student support.
Evaluate student progress and program effectiveness and identify opportunities to strengthen services and outcomes.
Build relationships with local graduate programs to support potential internship and externship opportunities.
Provide families with guidance concerning the transition to adulthood and greater student independence, including boundaries, communication, emotional regulation, and student goals.
Collaborate with Academic, Career Development, Independent Living, and Social Skills teams on coordinated student support.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, student goal setting, and individualized support planning.
Consult with staff and help them navigate complex student situations through problem-solving and practical strategies.
Communicate professionally with families about student progress, challenges, and accomplishments.
Maintain accurate and timely records of student assessments, interventions, participation, and progress.
Review student data and progress reports to evaluate individualized support strategies, and prepare and communicate progress summaries and recommendations as appropriate.
Promote student confidentiality, professional ethics, and compliance with organizational policies and applicable requirements.
Stay informed about current research, best practices, and emerging approaches to supporting neurodivergent young adults.
Travel between work sites and transport students as needed.