Clinical Director

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Director

Lead. Develop. Make an Impact.

Make a Difference Through Clinical Leadership

Are you an experienced behavioral health leader who is ready to take the next step in your career? HOPE Program are looking for a Clinical Director who brings strong clinical judgment, genuine leadership, and a passion for developing people and programs.

This is more than a supervisory position. It is an opportunity to shape clinical services, build strong teams, mentor clinicians, improve programs, and directly influence the quality of care we provide to our clients.

You will have the opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with your leadership skills while working alongside a multidisciplinary team that is committed to meaningful, evidence-based care. If you are someone who enjoys solving problems, developing people, building relationships, and turning good clinical programs into great ones, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Why Join Us?

At HOPE Program and New Beginnings, we believe strong clinical services start with strong clinical leaders.

We invest in our people through:

 Ongoing clinical consultation and professional development

 Leadership and clinical training opportunities

 A collaborative and supportive team environment

 Opportunities to contribute to program development and organizational growth

 The ability to make meaningful decisions that improve clinical services

 A leadership role with both clinical and operational influence

 Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical benefits,

paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays

About the Role

As Clinical Director, you will provide leadership for clinical operations while remaining connected to the work that matters most our clients, our clinicians, and the quality of the services we provide.

You will lead and support clinical teams, provide supervision and mentorship, oversee clinical quality, and partner with organizational leadership to strengthen programs and improve outcomes.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You will have a 40% Direct Clinical Contact expectation, allowing you to maintain a connection to clinical practice while also leading your team and managing program responsibilities.

What You'll Do

Lead Clinical Services

 Provide day-to-day clinical leadership and direction for assigned programs and teams.

 Support high-quality, consistent, evidence-based clinical services.

 Manage caseloads, staffing, clinical workflows, and program implementation.

 Provide individual and group therapy, assessments, intakes, screenings, and other clinical services as appropriate.

 Support clinicians with complex cases and clinical decision-making.

 Identify opportunities to improve how services are delivered and how clients are supported.

Develop People

 Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and guidance to licensed and pre-licensed clinicians, trainees, and students.

 Build a strong, collaborative, and accountable clinical team.

 Help clinicians grow their skills and advance professionally.

 Facilitate team meetings, case consultation, and clinical training.

 Support staff in meeting licensure, certification, and professional development goals.

Improve Programs

 Identify opportunities to strengthen clinical programs and services.

 Partner with leadership on new initiatives, program development, and expansion.

 Monitor clinical quality and program performance.

 Use data and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.

 Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits as needed.

Build Relationships

 Develop positive relationships with referral sources, community partners, courts, probation and

parole professionals, and other stakeholders.

 Represent the organization with professionalism and credibility.

 Work collaboratively across clinical and operational teams to solve problems and achieve shared goals.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a leader who is clinically strong, people-focused, accountable, and comfortable taking ownership.

You should bring:

 Master's or doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.

 Current California clinical license through the BBS or Board of Psychology (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Ph.D., or Psy.D.).

 At least 8 years of clinical experience.

 At least 6 years of clinical leadership, administrative, or management experience.

 Experience providing clinical supervision or eligibility to provide board-level supervision.

 Strong clinical judgment and the ability to support clinicians working with complex clients and situations.

 Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.

 Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities.

 Knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based treatment approaches.

 A commitment to ethical, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.

 The ability to work independently while also being an effective member of a collaborative team.

Specialized Experience

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

 Justice-involved or court-connected populations

 Substance use treatment

 Specialized sexual behavior treatment

 Community behavioral health programs

 Program development or quality improvement

 CASOMB or SARATSO requirements

 Evidence-based risk assessment and treatment planning

 Clinical training and professional development

You do not need to check every box to be successful in this role. We are interested in experienced clinical leaders who bring strong judgment, leadership capability, and a genuine commitment to developing people and delivering excellent care.

A Role With Autonomy and Responsibilit y

The Clinical Director will have meaningful autonomy in managing clinical operations and supporting the team.

There will also be times when you may be the only staff member present in the office while providing direct client services or managing day-to-day clinical operations.

The ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, respond appropriately to unexpected situations, and maintain a safe and professional environment is an essential part of the role.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, and knowing when to step in and lead.

Your Growth Matters

We want our Clinical Directors to continue growing as leaders. You will have access to ongoing clinical consultation, professional development, leadership training, and organization-sponsored learning opportunities. Where applicable, you will also participate in CASOMB- specific training and maintain required professional certifications.

Work Environment

This is a full-time leadership position with a primarily on-site presence at assigned clinical locations.

The role may involve travel between locations and occasional travel to community or partner sites. Some flexibility in work hours may be required based on program and client needs.

You will work closely with clinicians, clients, organizational leaders, referral partners, and community stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

With or without reasonable accommodation:

 Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.

 Ability to navigate office, clinic, and community environments.

 Ability to operate computers, electronic medical record systems, and standard office equipment.

 Ability to communicate effectively with clients, employees, and professional partners.

 Ability to travel between assigned locations as needed.

 Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25–50 pounds.

Ready to Lead?

If you're looking for a role where your clinical expertise, leadership, and ideas can make a real difference, we'd like to hear from you.

Join HOPE Program and New Beginnings and help us build strong clinical teams, strengthen behavioral health services, and create better outcomes for the people we serve.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HOPE Program and New Beginnings are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, breastfeeding status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please let us know.