About this opportunity
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) lists this Clinical Director opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Clinical Director – Residential Treatment (Adolescent Males)
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) | Full-Time
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Director to lead clinical services within our residential treatment program serving adolescent males. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving clinical excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a high‑performing, trauma‑informed care environment.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
Clinical supervisor designation strongly preferred
5+ years of clinical experience working with adolescents
3+ years of clinical leadership or supervisory experience
EMDR certification or demonstrated experience required
Experience in residential treatment and child-serving systems strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight
Provide strategic direction and oversight of all clinical services and programming
Lead individualized treatment planning and multidisciplinary team meetings
Ensure services are trauma-informed, evidence-based, and gender-responsive
Evaluate program effectiveness and implement continuous quality improvements
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with state licensing standards for residential treatment
Oversee adherence to Medicaid, managed care, and accreditation requirements
Lead audit readiness, inspections, and quality assurance reviews
Staff Supervision & Development
Provide clinical supervision to therapists, case managers, and interns
Conduct evaluations, coaching, and competency development
Lead onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and culturally responsive team environment
Direct Clinical Support
Conduct diagnostic and risk assessments as needed
Support crisis intervention, safety planning, and high‑acuity cases
Maintain a limited caseload when necessary
Documentation & Quality Assurance
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
Review treatment plans, progress notes, and incident reports
Oversee mandatory reporting and critical incident processes
Serve as liaison with families, courts, schools, and external partners
Collaborate with medical, psychiatric, and residential teams to support outcomes
Core Competencies
Strong expertise in trauma‑informed care and adolescent development
Proficiency in evidence‑based modalities (CBT, DBT, TF‑CBT, MI, and EMDR)
Excellent leadership, communication, and crisis management skills
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation standards
Occasional evenings and weekends
Performance Measures
Regulatory compliance and audit outcomes
Documentation quality and timeliness
Clinical outcomes and program effectiveness
Staff engagement and retention
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43224, US
Who can apply
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