Clinical Director

Clinical Director - Licensed Behavioral Health Leader (LCSW/LPC/LMFT)

Job Type: Full-Time Location: Northwest Arkansas / North Central Arkansas (Travel Required)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Director to provide leadership and oversight for behavioral health services. This role will be responsible for clinical strategy, compliance, quality assurance, staff development, Medicaid readiness, and accreditation efforts. The Clinical Director will work closely with leadership teams to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care while maintaining regulatory and accreditation standards.

This is a leadership position ideal for a licensed behavioral health professional with strong experience in clinical operations, Medicaid compliance, and team supervision.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in a Behavioral Health field
• Active Arkansas clinical license in good standing: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist (PhD)
• Minimum 5 years of post-graduate clinical experience
• Minimum 2 years of clinical management or supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid behavioral health systems, clinical documentation and compliance, quality assurance and utilization review
• CARF accreditation experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Provide clinical supervision and oversight to licensed clinicians, contract counselors, MHPs, and QBHPs.
• Conduct clinical assessments and provide counseling services as needed.
• Develop and oversee treatment plans and clinical care services.
• Ensure trauma-informed, client-centered care practices.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Develop and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Conduct quality reviews and monitor clinical documentation.
• Support audit readiness and quality improvement initiatives.

Staff Development

• Recruit, train, mentor, and support clinical staff.
• Facilitate clinical consultation and team meetings.
• Develop ongoing training programs and professional development opportunities.

Organizational Collaboration

• Collaborate with executive leadership to support organizational goals.
• Provide clinical consultation regarding compliance and service delivery.
• Participate in community, accreditation, and professional activities as needed.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Flexible scheduling available
• Travel required between service locations

Patient Population

• Primarily ages 9-29
• High-risk and vulnerable populations

Expected Caseload

• Leadership-focused position
• Approximately 2 client assessments per day as needed

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement

Interview Process

• 2-3 interview rounds
• Leadership and program team participation
• Feedback typically provided within one week

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience working with high-risk, trauma-affected, or vulnerable populations are strongly encouraged to apply.