Director of Clinical Services

U.S.VETS•March Air Reserve Base, CA

8d•$105,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

U.S.VETS is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to combating veteran homelessness. They offer a holistic approach with intervention and prevention services, including housing, mental health, and career programs. This specific role, Director of Clinical Services – California Veterans Health Initiative (CVHI), is responsible for developing, planning, and supervising all clinical services for the program, focusing on mental health services to enhance the quality of life for U.S.VETS’ clients. The position involves the overall development and management of psychological, social work, and ancillary therapies within U.S.VETS’ outpatient services. This role is also referred to as “Clinical Director” in the CVHI grant documentation.

Requirements

LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT licensure required
Must be licensed in the state where the position is located
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy and/or Psychology required
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in leading, managing, and/or supervising within a clinical setting
Must have experience treating and diagnosing PTSD as well as co-morbid diagnoses (e.g., SUD, depression, anxiety), with evidence-based treatments and providing clinical supervision in these areas.
Must demonstrate leadership capacity and ability to foster team building and a supportive, flexible environment
Availability to be on call 24-hours for crisis management
At least two years of experience providing clinical supervision to clinical/case management staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in computer and information systems
Professional demeanor and appearance
Ability to take general direction, work independently, and within a team
Ability to work effectively with diverse group of clients, staff, and community members
Valid driver’s license required if required to drive, and must be able to meet company insurance standards for drivers if applicable

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, or Psychiatric Nurse practitioner preferred
10-15 years of clinical experience is preferred
Experience across a range of modalities beyond individual adult treatment to include child, couples, and family treatment is preferred
Experience working with a military or veteran population is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees all clinic operations including clinical care, staffing, training, measurement and evaluation, and clinic budget
Ensures clinical staff are implementing evidence-based practice guidelines in a targeted treatment model
Provides overall clinical oversight and administrative supervision for the Clinic staff, ensuring appropriate supervision for both licensed and unlicensed staff as required by discipline
Provides crisis management support as needed
Oversees clinical training and licensure renewal
Oversees the intake process for new clients, ensuring appropriate screening and disposition
Monitors client flow and clinic staffing, ensuring clients are moving through treatment to ensure access for new clients
Co-facilitates weekly multidisciplinary team meeting to review and present cases with the Licensed Clinical Supervisor
Serves as formal representative for the clinic within the community, working with the outreach director to ensure consistent communication and feedback from community stakeholders and referral partners
Ensures the clinic and its staff actively communicate with CalVet, participates in required meetings/events/activities, and contributes to the overall mission
Develops and fosters a culture of collaboration, peer consultation, and commitment to ongoing education and professional development
Observes and monitors staff for formal evaluation, and implements performance improvement plans as needed
Performs other duties as assigned