Clinical Director (LCSW or LMSW) - Behavioral Health

Clinical Director (LCSW or LMSW) - Behavioral Health - Staten Island, NY (Onsite) - Full Time - $100,000-$115,000 Per Year

Title: Clinical Director (LCSW or LMSW) - Behavioral Health

Location: Staten Island, NY (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full Time

Compensation:
Pay Range: $100,000-$115,000 Per Year

Overview:

• A well-established behavioral health organization serving individuals through residential and outpatient programs is seeking a Clinical Director (LCSW or LMSW) to join its leadership team.
• This role oversees clinical services, program operations, compliance, and staff performance across multiple programs.
• The Clinical Director will drive accountability, ensure regulatory excellence, and elevate the quality and consistency of care across the organization.
• This role is ideal for a leader who has managed multiple OASAS programs and is comfortable owning both compliance and program performance.

Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Leadership:

• Oversee clinical services across residential and outpatient programs
• Supervise Program Directors, clinical supervisors, and counseling staff (LMSW, CASAC, etc.)
• Provide guidance on complex cases and clinical decision-making
• Ensure timely, accurate documentation and adherence to treatment standards

Operations & Program Oversight:

• Lead day-to-day program operations to ensure efficient service delivery
• Align staffing, workflows, and service models across programs
• Identify gaps and implement improvements to drive performance and accountability
• Ensure strong coordination across clinical, compliance, and administrative teams

Staff Management & Performance:

• Supervise, evaluate, and develop Program Directors and clinical staff
• Set clear expectations, productivity targets, and accountability measures
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and retention efforts
• Address performance issues and implement corrective actions as needed

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure full compliance with OASAS, OMIG, Medicaid, and other regulatory bodies
• Maintain audit readiness and oversee documentation standards across programs
• Lead corrective action plans (CAPs) in response to audits or deficiencies
• Participate in compliance and quality improvement initiatives

Quality & Program Improvement:

• Monitor program performance, outcomes, and service quality
• Establish and track KPIs across all programs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data, audits, and outcomes

Financial & Operational Performance:

• Support budgeting, financial planning, and cost control efforts
• Align staffing models and service delivery with financial goals
• Monitor census, utilization, and revenue targets

Leadership & Strategy:

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team
• Contribute to strategic planning, program expansion, and growth initiatives
• Represent the organization with regulators, funders, and community partners
• Prepare and present updates to executive leadership and board stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker – required
• Advanced CASAC (CASAC-Advanced) – preferred
• 5+ years of leadership experience in behavioral health settings
• Direct experience overseeing multiple OASAS programs strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing program operations, compliance, and staff performance
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, audits, and documentation standards
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and improve performance
• Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills

Why This Opportunity:

• High-impact leadership role with oversight across multiple programs
• Direct influence on clinical quality, compliance, and operational performance
• Opportunity to build, mentor, and shape high-performing teams
• Mission-driven organization serving vulnerable populations

Please email: kaseyjo.arndt@hcmmi.com

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