Job Description
Job Description
Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for our substance use and mental health treatment programs. In this pivotal leadership role, the Clinical Director is accountable for clinical quality, staff performance, regulatory compliance, and patient safety, while ensuring the delivery of trauma-informed, evidence-based care.
This role partners closely with executive leadership and interdisciplinary teams to drive clinical excellence, accreditation readiness, and continuous quality improvement—making a meaningful impact in the lives of the patients we serve.
Position Details
- Department: Clinical / Clinical Services
- Reporting to: Executive Director and VP of Clinical Services
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; afterhours and weekend availability is required.
- Location: Boca Raton, FL (On-site)
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight
- Provide clinical vision and leadership aligned with Banyan’s mission, values, and philosophy of care.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical programming and treatment services.
- Use clinical data (outcomes, utilization, AMA rates, and QA findings) to guide program improvement and strategic decision-making.
Staff Development & Management
- Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop clinicians and clinical support staff.
- Recruit, hire, onboard, and evaluate clinical personnel.
- Provide ongoing performance feedback, coaching, and corrective action as needed.
Operations, Utilization & Quality
- Oversee daily clinical operations and continuity of care.
- Manage utilization review, ASAM determinations, and level-of-care decisions.
- Conduct and oversee clinical chart audits, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, CMS, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality standards.
- Oversee incident reporting, corrective action, and emergency preparedness activities.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work collaboratively with Medical, Nursing, Admissions, Operations, and Case Management teams.
- Lead multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical staffing forums.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, payors, and community partners.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related human services field.
- Active, unrestricted clinical license (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) in the applicable state.
- 5–7 years of progressive clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment.
- Minimum of 3 years of formal management experience required, including staff supervision and program oversight.
- Demonstrated experience ensuring regulatory compliance and clinical quality.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of clinical management experience in residential or intensive levels of care.
- Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a related field.
- Master’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
- Addiction-specific or trauma-focused certifications (e.g., CAP, CAADC, Trauma Certification).
Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As our Clinical Director, you will:
- Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission–accredited organization with nationwide reach.
- Lead with impact, guiding a dedicated clinical team focused on ethical, effective care and lasting recovery.
- Foster a positive, collaborative work culture that prioritizes both patient outcomes and staff well-being.
- Drive excellence in care through strong clinical oversight, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance; life and disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance programs.
Apply Now!
Ready to make a lasting difference? Bring your clinical leadership expertise to Banyan Treatment Centers and help transform lives. Apply today.
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