Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
Overview of Position: At Innovative Treatment Centers (ITC), the Clinical
Director is responsible for the clinical oversight, supervision, quality
improvement, and operational integrity of the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
(OMHC). The Clinical Director ensures that behavioral health services are
delivered in accordance with Maryland COMAR regulations, CARF standards,
organizational policies, ethical standards of practice, and all applicable state
and federal regulations. The Clinical Director provides leadership and oversight
to clinical staff, supports quality and performance improvement initiatives,
monitors clinical documentation and service delivery, and promotes a
trauma-informed, person-centered, recovery-oriented environment throughout the
organization. This position serves as a key member of the leadership team and
collaborates closely with the Medical Director and organizational leadership to
ensure safe, effective, ethical, and compliant service delivery. T
Benefits
- W-2 Full time position. Competitive salary
- 401K and health insurance
- Professional development compensation CMEs
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work schedule
Primary Tasks
- Clinical Oversight & Leadership
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to clinical staff
within the OMHC
* Ensure services are delivered in a manner consistent with evidence-based,
trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered practices
* Monitor clinical operations to ensure quality, effectiveness, and
regulatory compliance
* Promote ethical standards, professional boundaries, and clinical integrity
throughout the organization
* Support staff development through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and
ongoing training
* Participate in staff hiring, onboarding, performance evaluation,
disciplinary processes, and professional development activities within
scope of authority
- Compliance & Quality Improvement
- Ensure organizational compliance with COMAR, CARF, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2,
and all applicable federal, state, and payer requirements
* Monitor clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness,
timeliness, medical necessity, and regulatory compliance
* Conduct routine chart audits and clinical documentation reviews, including
assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, treatment plan reviews,
discharge summaries, and other required clinical documentation
* Participate in quality assurance, utilization review, risk management, and
performance improvement activities
* Assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, and revising policies,
procedures, workflows, and clinical protocols
* Participate in internal and external audits, surveys, site visits, and
accreditation activities, including CARF, CSA, OHCQ, and payer audits
* Identify trends, compliance concerns, and opportunities for programmatic
improvement and communicate findings to leadership
- Clinical Supervision & Documentation Oversight
- Provide and document clinical supervision in accordance with COMAR
requirements and applicable licensing board regulations
* Review and co-sign documentation as required by licensure regulations,
organizational policy, and payer requirements
* Ensure supervisees maintain compliance with clinical documentation
standards and timelines
* Support clinicians in clinical decision-making, crisis management, ethical
dilemmas, and treatment planning
* Maintain appropriate records of supervision sessions and corrective actions
when applicable
- Program Operations
- Collaborate with leadership to support effective day-to-day clinical
operations
* Assist with program development, implementation, and continuous improvement
initiatives
* Maintain awareness of staffing needs and support efforts to ensure
sufficient qualified personnel are available to meet patient care needs
* Serve as a clinical resource to staff, patients, families, referral
sources, and community partners
* Support continuity of care and interdisciplinary collaboration across
providers and outside agencies
* Participate in organizational meetings, committees, trainings, and
emergency preparedness activities as assigned
- Direct Clinical Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and diagnostic
evaluations within scope of licensure
* Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and
the interdisciplinary team
- Maintain a limited clinical caseload as assigned
- Ensure services provided reflect medical necessity and appropriate clinical
standards
* Maintain fidelity to DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and ethical clinical
practice standards
Required Skills, Experience, and Education
* Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral
health field
* Active Maryland licensure as:
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) approved to supervise; or
- Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C)
- Minimum of five (5) years of behavioral health clinical experience, including
progressive leadership or supervisory experience
- Knowledge of COMAR regulations governing OMHC services
- Knowledge of CARF standards and behavioral health best practices
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with clinical documentation review and quality assurance processes
- Proficiency with EMR systems and standard office technology
Special Job Requirements
* Maintain active licensure and supervisory eligibility in the State of
Maryland
* Maintain current knowledge of behavioral health regulations, accreditation
standards, and industry best practices
* Adhere to all organizational policies related to confidentiality, ethics,
professional conduct, workplace safety, and patient rights
* Participate in ongoing continuing education and professional development
activities
* Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure or crisis
situations
Flexible work from home options available.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours