Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
Active LCSW or equivalent independent clinical license
Minimum 7+ years of clinical experience, including 3+ years in leadership
Experience in telehealth, digital health, or virtual care strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of behavioral health regulations and clinical documentation
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage change
Strong communication skills in a technology-driven environment
Responsibilities
Lead and develop POD Health's social work programs for high-quality care
Provide direct clinical services to patients via the virtual platform
Supervise and mentor a growing team of licensed social workers
Oversee clinical workflows and compliance with regulations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient experience
Drive quality improvement initiatives in virtual behavioral health
Support recruitment and training of new clinical staff
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunity to build and scale innovative behavioral health programs
Collaborative, mission-driven culture
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401(k) Plan with a company match
Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Open Holiday Paid Time Off
Full Job Description
Position Overview
Reporting to the Senior Director of Compliance & Clinical Operations, the Director of Social Work will serve as the senior clinical leader overseeing all social work services across POD Health's telehealth platform. This role blends strategic leadership, clinical excellence, operational oversight, and direct patient care. The ideal candidate is an experienced behavioral health leader who thrives in fast-paced, tech-enabled environments and is passionate about expanding access to care.
Title: Director of Social Work - POD Health
Location: Tampa, FL (100% On site)
Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt
Salary Range (NYC): $110,000-$125,000 annually, depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop POD Health's social work programs, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care
Provide direct clinical services to patients through POD Health's virtual platform
Supervise and mentor a growing team of licensed social workers
Oversee clinical workflows, documentation standards, and compliance with state and federal regulations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including Clinical Operations, Medical Leadership, and Product Development-to enhance patient experience
Drive quality improvement initiatives and implement best practices in virtual behavioral health
Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new clinical staff
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, licensure requirements, and telehealth regulations
Represent the social work discipline in organizational planning and strategic initiatives
Qualifications
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
Active LCSW or equivalent independent clinical license
Minimum 7+ years of clinical experience, including 3+ years in leadership
Experience in telehealth, digital health, or virtual care strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of behavioral health regulations, clinical documentation, and care coordination
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and build scalable programs
Strong communication skills and comfort working in a dynamic, technology-driven environment
Preferred Experience
Background in integrated care models
Experience with remote workforce management
Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and digital health privacy standards
Prior involvement in startup or high-growth healthcare settings
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunity to build and scale innovative behavioral health programs
Collaborative, mission-driven culture
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401(k) Plan with a company match
Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Open Holiday Paid Time Off
