Clinical Director

About the job Clinical Director

About Us:

We are a licensed detox and residential treatment facility in Michigan, committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our multidisciplinary approach supports stabilization, healing, and long-term recovery through structured and evidence-based care.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Director to lead our clinical team and oversee the therapeutic operations of our detox and residential programs. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring clinical integrity, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of trauma-informed, outcome-driven treatment practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct supervision and leadership to therapists, case managers, and clinical support staff

Oversee and evaluate the delivery of all clinical services, ensuring adherence to state, federal, and accrediting body standards (MDHHS, JCAHO, CARF)

Ensure individualized treatment planning, proper clinical documentation, and timely assessments

Lead clinical team meetings and participate in interdisciplinary case reviews

Train new staff, provide ongoing clinical supervision, and ensure staff development

Review and approve treatment plans, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation as required

Serve as liaison with external agencies, referral sources, and families as needed

Participate in quality assurance initiatives, audits, and performance improvement efforts

Monitor compliance with ASAM criteria, DSM-5 diagnoses, and medical necessity standards

Support integration of co-occurring mental health services and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

Qualifications:

Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required

Active Michigan licensure: LMSW, LPC, LP, or LLP (supervision credential required)

Minimum of 35 years of clinical experience in substance use or co-occurring treatment settings

At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory clinical role

Strong working knowledge of Michigan licensing standards, ASAM, and evidence-based treatment models

Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), clinical documentation, and utilization review

Compassionate, collaborative leadership style with a commitment to excellence

Why Join Us?

Be a key clinical leader in a mission-driven, accredited treatment facility

Influence program development and quality outcomes

Join a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to lasting recovery

Competitive salary and benefits with room for growth