Clinical Director - SMI

Psych-Alliance

$140K — $165K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active California clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or equivalent)
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience in behavioral health
  • Preferred experience with adults facing serious mental illness (SMI)
  • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
  • Effective team leadership abilities

Responsibilities

  • Supervise therapists and associate clinicians
  • Oversee admissions, intakes, and treatment planning
  • Lead daily care coordination meetings to support clinical decision-making
  • Coach and develop clinical staff, fostering a positive team culture
  • Drive quality improvement initiatives and enhance patient engagement
  • Collaborate with operations leadership to improve workflows and clinic performance
  • Provide direct patient care as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Paid time off to support work-life balance
Full Job Description
Credentials: Licensed clinician required (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD or equivalent)
Location: Westwood, CA.

A growing, mission-driven behavioral health organization is seeking a Clinical Director to lead an integrated outpatient clinic serving adults with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) in the Westwood area. This role is perfect for a hands-on leader who thrives in growing organizations and enjoys building programs, developing teams, and driving high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities
  • Supervise therapists and associate clinicians
  • Oversee admissions, intakes, and treatment planning
  • Lead daily care coordination meetings and support clinical decision-making
  • Coach and develop clinical staff while fostering a positive team culture
  • Drive quality improvement initiatives and patient engagement
  • Partner closely with operations leadership to improve workflows and clinic performance
  • Provide direct patient care as needed

Qualifications
  • Active California clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or equivalent)
  • Leadership or supervisory experience in behavioral health
  • Experience working with adults experiencing serious mental illness (SMI) preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and team leadership skills


Compensation: $140,000 - $165,000
Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Setting: Integrated Outpatient
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off

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