Licensed Clinical Program Director

Health Connect America • Dublin, OH

16h

About The Position

The Program Director leads the development, operations, and growth of behavioral health programs within an assigned region — combining clinical leadership, operational management, and strategic planning. The role oversees personnel, finances, and program execution while ensuring full compliance with licensure, payer, and accreditation standards, and serves as HCA's key liaison with referral partners and the broader community.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Must be a fully licensed therapist in the state of Ohio with a LISW, LPCC, or LIMFT.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a community-based setting with children and families, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop Your Team: Recruit, hire, onboard, and train staff in line with HCA best practices, and ensure personnel files remain organized and compliant.
• Provide documented clinical and operational supervision; monitor performance and intervene as needed to support growth and accountability.
• Lead staff meetings and foster a strong, mission-driven team culture.
• Drive Clinical Excellence and Quality: Provide clinical and risk management oversight in day-to-day operations, including client crises.
• Ensure clinical documentation and client authorizations (pre-certifications, concurrent reviews, discharges) are complete and submitted on time.
• Maintain full compliance with state regulatory bodies, payer requirements, and COA standards.
• Manage Operations and Finances: Assign caseloads and identify regional hiring needs.
• Develop and manage the regional budget, review monthly financials, and process and approve payroll.
• Grow the Region: Develop annual strategic and territory plans aligned with regional goals.
• Build and maintain strong referral source relationships to drive service delivery and regional growth.

Benefits

• Flexibility in scheduling
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8 mental health counseling sessions annually
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Other voluntary insurance products
• Access to a Health Navigator
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Benefits Hub
• Tickets at Work

What This Job Offers

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