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Clinical Director

Guardian Healthcare Resources
Petaluma, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025

About Us

We are a leading provider of behavioral health services, committed to transforming the lives of adolescents struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. Our residential program offers a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where youth receive individualized care to promote healing and growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead our residential adolescent program. The Clinical Director will be responsible for overseeing all clinical operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based treatment. This role requires strong leadership, program development skills, and the ability to foster a positive and therapeutic culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical oversight and direction for the residential treatment program.
  • Supervise and support a team of therapists, case managers, and clinical staff.
  • Ensure all services align with best practices, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to adolescents with behavioral health needs.
  • Monitor clinical outcomes and continuously improve program effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with medical, educational, and administrative staff to ensure holistic care.
  • Maintain compliance with state licensing and insurance requirements.
  • Facilitate staff training, professional development, and clinical supervision.
  • Serve as a liaison with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Qualifications

  • Required: Master’s or Doctorate in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
  • Licensure: Active California clinical license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, or equivalent) required.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years in behavioral health, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Preferred: Experience working in adolescent residential treatment settings.
  • Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, CBT, DBT, and evidence-based interventions.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Psychiatry

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Petaluma, CA 94952: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $160,000 - $180,000

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