About this opportunity
Adolescent Wellness Academy lists this Clinic Director – Adolescent Mental Health opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
On Site | North Carolina | Full-Time W-2 Beginning January 2027 | Competitive Compensation | Pre-Launch Fractional or Contract Opportunity
About The Role
Adolescent Wellness Academy is expanding into North Carolina. We are looking for an experienced Clinic Director to lead the launch and ongoing success of our first facility in the state.
You will oversee the clinic's performance across four pillars: clinical excellence, client experience, employee experience, and business health. This role is ideal for a strong clinical leader who can build an exceptional team, create a values-driven culture, and deliver meaningful results for adolescents and families.
Backgrounds that translate well: Adolescent Mental Health Leadership
PHP/IOP
Behavioral Health Operations
Clinical Program Development
Residential Treatment
What You'll Lead
Launch and ongoing performance of AWA's first North Carolina facility
Clinical quality, client outcomes, team experience, and financial health
Recruitment, development, and performance management of the clinical and operational teams
Admissions, treatment planning, clinical progress, crisis response, and discharge coordination
Documentation quality, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and risk management
Strong partnerships with families, providers, and community referral sources
Continuous improvement of programming, systems, and clinic performance
How We Lead
We believe great leadership is people-first, clear, and accountable. Our leaders practice radical candor, provide consistent feedback, address performance directly, and create an environment where people feel supported and challenged to grow.
Dare to Grow. Contribute to the Whole. Choose Kindness. Spread Optimism. Deliver Results.
What We're Looking For
Independently licensed behavioral health professional in North Carolina, such as an LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent
Master's degree in a related clinical field
5+ years of behavioral health experience
2+ years of clinical or operational leadership experience
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing performance
Strong knowledge of clinical quality, compliance, and behavioral health operations
Adolescent PHP/IOP experience strongly preferred
Program launch or expansion experience preferred
Qualified Supervisor status preferred
Ability to travel occasionally to Florida for company-sponsored training
The full-time W-2 position is expected to begin in January 2027. Fractional or contract work may be available beforehand to support launch planning, program development, recruitment, and training.
AWA provides specialized PHP and IOP mental health services for adolescents and families. We are building thoughtful, high-performing programs where exceptional care and exceptional workplace culture go hand in hand.
Learn More:
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Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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