Clinical Director (Mental health and Substance Abuse)

Prosperous Health•Agoura Hills, CA

4d•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Clinical Director provides regional clinical leadership, oversight, and supervision for behavioral health treatment services across Prosperous Health’s programs and facilities within the Agoura Hills to Gorman region. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, client-centered clinical care across outpatient, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and other applicable levels of care. The Regional Clinical Director works closely with executive leadership, Program Directors, clinical supervisors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure clinical integrity, regulatory compliance, staff development, quality of care, and optimal client outcomes across the region. This is a key regional leadership position responsible for maintaining consistent clinical standards, treatment philosophy, policies, and practices across assigned programs while supporting each program’s individual operational and clinical needs. The ideal candidate is an experienced behavioral health clinician and leader with strong supervisory and program management skills, extensive knowledge of behavioral health treatment, excellent clinical judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to improving systems of care and client outcomes.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field
Active California clinical license, such as LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health settings
Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical leadership, management, or supervisory experience
Experience working in outpatient, IOP, PHP, residential, or comparable behavioral health treatment settings
Strong knowledge of evidence-based behavioral health treatment practices and clinical models
Strong understanding of HIPAA, California regulatory requirements, licensing standards, and clinical compliance
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary clinical teams
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and clinical judgment skills
Ability to manage multiple programs, priorities, and clinical teams across a geographic region
Ability and willingness to travel between regional locations as required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Clinical Director, Regional Clinical Director, or senior clinical leader
Experience overseeing multiple behavioral health programs or locations
Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder treatment
Knowledge of Joint Commission or other behavioral health accreditation standards
Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
Training or certification in clinical supervision
Experience with program development, implementation, or expansion
Experience developing clinical policies, procedures, and quality improvement programs

Responsibilities

Provide clinical leadership and oversight across Prosperous Health programs within the assigned region from Agoura Hills to Gorman
Ensure consistent delivery of evidence-based, client-centered care across all applicable levels of service
Provide clinical oversight and support to Program Directors, clinical supervisors, therapists, counselors, and other clinical staff
Review and approve treatment plans, clinical documentation, assessments, and clinical care decisions as appropriate
Lead and participate in clinical case consultations, treatment team meetings, and multidisciplinary reviews
Ensure appropriate placement, transitions, and continuity of care for clients across levels of service
Promote consistency in clinical standards and treatment practices across regional programs
Conduct regular site visits and clinical reviews to assess program needs, staff performance, and quality of care
Serve as a senior clinical resource for complex cases, clinical concerns, and program-level issues
Establish, maintain, and monitor regional clinical policies, procedures, standards, and best practices
Monitor clinical outcomes, quality indicators, client satisfaction, and performance metrics
Identify opportunities for improvement and lead regional quality improvement initiatives
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, professional guidelines, and evidence-based treatment practices
Evaluate clinical programming and make recommendations for improvement or expansion
Oversee clinical training, supervision, competency development, and ongoing professional education
Promote a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Ensure regional clinical operations comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Maintain adherence to HIPAA, California licensing requirements, and applicable accreditation standards
Support regulatory audits, inspections, licensing reviews, and accreditation processes
Monitor clinical documentation and practices for compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
Develop and implement corrective action plans when clinical, documentation, or compliance concerns arise
Partner with leadership to identify and mitigate clinical and regulatory risks
Ensure clinical policies and practices remain aligned with current regulatory requirements
Provide direct supervision and leadership to clinical supervisors and senior clinical staff as assigned
Support the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and retention of qualified clinical personnel
Provide guidance and support to Program Directors regarding clinical staffing and performance
Foster a professional culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and clinical excellence
Support ongoing clinical supervision and professional development
Identify training needs and coordinate appropriate educational and competency-building opportunities
Address performance concerns in collaboration with appropriate leadership and Human Resources
Develop and mentor emerging clinical leaders throughout the region
Collaborate with executive leadership and Program Directors on regional clinical strategy and organizational goals
Support the development, implementation, and expansion of behavioral health programs and services
Evaluate regional program needs and recommend improvements to clinical services and workflows
Support consistent implementation of organizational clinical policies across locations
Assist with opening, developing, and integrating new programs within the assigned region
Participate in strategic planning related to clinical services, staffing, programming, and growth
Help establish and maintain consistent standards of care across all regional locations
Partner with admissions, operations, utilization review, and other departments to support appropriate client care and flow
Collaborate with utilization review leadership and clinical teams regarding authorizations, medical necessity, and continued stay needs
Coordinate with hospitals, physicians, external providers, referral sources, and community partners as needed
Promote effective interdisciplinary communication and collaboration
Support transitions between levels of care and continuity of services
Participate in complex case reviews and assist with resolving barriers to appropriate care