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CLINICAL DIRECTOR – COMMUNITY HOUSING
Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Decatur, IL | Full-Time
SALARY: $75,000 – $90,000 depending on education, experience, and licensure
SCHEDULE: Full-Time | Programs operate 24 hours, 7 days per week
EDUCATION: Master's Degree required (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field)
LICENSURE: Ability to obtain LPC or LSW preferred
Are you a mission-driven clinical leader who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live as independently as possible in the community?
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring a Clinical Director for our Community Housing programs. Work with a mission-led team with competitive pay and benefits.
ABOUT HERITAGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality behavioral health services to individuals across Macon and DeWitt counties. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on client care — regardless of the position they hold.
At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff's needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE
Collaborative, mission-led work environment with a dedicated team
Competitive salary aligned with education, experience, and licensure
Every other Friday off — paid wellness day
Generous Time Off: vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance with substantial agency contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and fitness reimbursement
Retirement: 401(k) and Roth options
Professional Growth: tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
Loan forgiveness eligibility through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Additional life insurance options
ABOUT THE ROLE
Heritage is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Director to provide leadership and managerial oversight for our Community Housing programs. These programs focus on supporting individuals with a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis to live as independently as possible in community-based settings. The Clinical Director is a working leader — actively engaged alongside program teams while providing the clinical and administrative direction needed to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.
Programs under the Clinical Director's oversight include:
Integrated Housing
Carrie Lane Supportive Housing
Timari Court Group Home
Clay Street Group Home
Prairie Street Group Home
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Leadership & Supervision
Provide clinical and administrative supervision and oversight to Program Managers and team members across all community housing programs
Lead staff development and training with an emphasis on trauma‑informed care, person‑centered care, whole‑person care, and illness management and recovery
Support assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and care coordination as a working clinical leader
Ensure all clinical activities are compliant with organizational standards, policies, and procedures
Program Oversight & Operations
Oversee data management, including weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and monitoring of performance measures and funder‑established standards
Monitor staffing needs and participate in hiring and orientation of new staff
Facilitate client referral and linkage to programs
Attend Heritage program meetings to support collaborative care
Community Engagement & Collaboration
Lead and participate in community‑based meetings
Coordinate communication and service provision with area providers
Build and maintain relationships with community partners to support linkage within the service area
CLINICAL FOCUS AREAS
Trauma‑Informed Care
Person‑Centered Care
Whole‑Person Care
Independent Activities of Daily Living (IADL) Support
Illness Management and Recovery (IMR)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses, including co‑occurring disorders
Strong knowledge of community resources and social service systems, with the ability to connect clients to appropriate services
Knowledge of case management techniques and healthcare systems (psychiatric, substance use, medical, and related services)
Ability to meet individuals where they are in their recovery in a non‑judgmental and compassionate manner
Strong leadership, supervisory, and team collaboration skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity, uncertainty, and organizational change
Proficiency in electronic health records and documentation systems
Ability to think clearly and logically in high‑risk, emotional, or potentially dangerous situations
Ability to provide timely and responsive communication to supervisors, staff, clients, and partners
Proficiency in computer and Microsoft Office skills
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
You believe deeply that individuals with a mental health or co‑occurring diagnosis can and should live with as much independence as possible.
You lead with empathy and accountability — providing staff the guidance they need while holding high standards for clinical quality.
You are organized and data‑savvy, ensuring funder requirements and performance expectations are consistently met.
You thrive in a collaborative, multi-program environment and build strong relationships both internally and with community partners.
You model flexibility and professionalism, even as programs evolve and needs change.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
Valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple programs and with diverse staff teams
Preferred:
Current licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent
Ability to obtain licensure as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or LSW (Licensed Social Worker)
Experience providing supervision to paraprofessional or direct care staff
Background in community-based mental health, supportive housing, or residential care programs
Heritage Behavioral Health Center — Decatur, Illinois
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Worksite address
decatur, IL, 62523, US
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