Clinical Director, NYS LCSW

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Establish and maintain clinical standards across all programs and modalities.

• Supervise intake, assessment, treatment planning, and discharge processes.

• Act as the escalation point for high-risk cases, crisis situations, and intricate clinical decisions.

• Keep a reduced direct-service caseload.

• Offer individual and group clinical supervision to LMSWs, LMHCs, and licensed clinicians.

• Lead the hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation of the clinical team.

• Develop training and continuing education programs.

• Ensure that documentation, treatment plans, and clinical records comply with NYS OMH, Medicaid, and payer requirements.

• Direct utilization review, chart audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Ensure readiness for regulatory surveys and accreditation reviews.

• Collaborate with leadership on new service lines, specialty programs, and expansion strategies.

• Monitor productivity, scheduling, and access-to-care metrics.

• Represent the practice with referral partners, community organizations, and payers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active NYS LCSW license in good standing.

• 5+ years of post-licensure clinical experience in outpatient mental health.

• 3+ years in a supervisory or program leadership position (Clinical Director, Program Director, Associate Clinical Director, Senior Clinical Supervisor, or equivalent).

• Familiarity with NYS OMH regulations and outpatient mental health compliance.

• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation standards.

• Preferred: LCSW-R designation.

• Preferred: SIFI certification or documented experience supervising social work interns.

• Preferred: Experience in an OMH-licensed Article 31 clinic or similar regulated outpatient environment.

• Preferred: Background in quality improvement, utilization review, or accreditation (CARF, Joint Commission).

• Preferred: Bilingual (Spanish or other languages pertinent to the community served).

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.