Regional Clinical Director

Gaudenzia, Inc. • Glen Burnie, MD

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About The Position

Gaudenzia is a large nonprofit provider of treatment for substance use and co-occurring disorders, operating in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The organization is dedicated to saving lives, bringing hope, and helping individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive. As Gaudenzia grows, they are seeking passionate and empathic individuals to make an impact in the fight against substance use disorder. The ideal candidate for the Regional Clinical Director role enjoys working with diverse backgrounds, is comfortable with direct conversations, and treats others with dignity, compassion, and respect. This leadership position requires motivation and the ability to develop, influence, train, and lead others. The role demands knowledge of ASAM criteria, levels of care, biopsychosocial characteristics of substance use disorder and/or mental illness, and effective strategies for working with people based on client-centered principles and Motivational Interviewing.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Doctorate in a behavioral health field required.
• Independent clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LCPC, LMHC, Psychologist, RN/NP).
• 5–7+ years of clinical leadership experience in behavioral health or SUD services.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in behavioral health, with at least 3 years in program oversight, quality improvement, or clinical training.
• Demonstrated experience implementing evidence-based practices and fidelity monitoring.
• Proven ability to design and deliver clinical and recovery-oriented trainings.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ASAM Criteria and multi-site oversight preferred.
• Experience in research collaboration and/or program evaluation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional clinical leadership for behavioral health and substance use disorder programs across various ASAM Levels of Care (e.g., 0.5–3.7).
• Ensure treatment practices are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and grounded in evidence-based models (e.g., CBT, DBT, MI, MAT integration).
• Assist Chief Clinical Officer with the implementation of new programming initiatives.
• Conduct clinical audits, chart reviews, and ASAM-aligned utilization reviews to ensure appropriate level of care placement and continuing stay decisions.
• Oversee treatment planning, assessment quality, clinical documentation, and care coordination practices.
• Monitor regional performance metrics including treatment engagement, retention, outcomes, incident trends, and quality indicators.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, corrective action plans, and implementation of best-practice standards.
• Ensure programs maintain readiness for state, federal, payer, and accreditation reviews (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF).
• Support integration of medical, psychiatric, and clinical services within a holistic care model.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and leadership for regional Program Directors, Clinical Supervisors, and licensed clinicians.
• Oversee clinical staffing models, caseload distribution, scheduling, and recruitment needs across sites.
• Facilitate onboarding, clinical competency development, and staff training.
• Lead regular clinical meetings, case consultations, and professional development sessions.
• Ensure compliance with state behavioral health licensing requirements, payer standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Oversee incident reporting, safety practices, and risk-mitigation strategies.
• Ensure consistent interpretation and application of clinical policies across programs.
• Promote a person-centered, recovery-oriented approach to treatment.
• Ensure coordination between clinical, medical, psychiatric, and community supports for seamless transitions of care.
• Support integration of peer support, family engagement, and recovery resources into treatment pathways.
• Serve as the primary clinical liaison between regional programs and executive leadership.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure alignment between clinical and administrative processes.
• Build relationships with referral partners, payers, community agencies, and regulatory bodies.

What This Job Offers

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