Clinical Director

Job description

Make a Meaningful Impact on Clients, Clinicians, and Program Success

Are you a licensed behavioral health leader who thrives on developing clinicians, strengthening clinical programs, and ensuring exceptional client care? Join LAOP as Clinical Director and play a critical role in advancing the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of our Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs.

In this leadership role, you will provide both clinical oversight and direct client care while partnering closely with executive and interdisciplinary leaders to enhance treatment outcomes, strengthen documentation practices, support compliance efforts, and foster a culture of clinical excellence.

Lead and develop a team of licensed therapists across PHP and IOP services

Influence clinical quality, treatment planning, documentation standards, and staff development

Maintain a client caseload while providing supervision and clinical leadership

Help drive program growth, operational excellence, and continuous quality improvement

Partner with executive leadership in strengthening client retention, experience, and outcomes

Earn a competitive salary of $130,000-$135,000 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package

This is an onsite leadership opportunity based in Culver City, California , ideal for an experienced behavioral health professional who is passionate about building high-performing clinical teams and delivering exceptional client care.

At LAOP, we are dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based treatment. Our team is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients receive individualized care and clinicians are empowered to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference every day.

If this opportunity excites you and you possess the following qualifications, we'd love to hear from you:

Current unrestricted California license, such as LMFT or LCSW

Master's degree or higher in a behavioral health-related field

Experience providing clinical supervision to licensed clinicians

Leadership experience managing and developing clinical staff

Experience within PHP, IOP, residential treatment, or comparable behavioral health settings

Strong understanding of clinical documentation, confidentiality standards, crisis intervention, and payer-driven medical necessity requirements

Proven ability to build collaborative teams, drive accountability, and improve clinical processes

Excellent communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational skills

Pictured: We take a multidisciplinary approach to treatment, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among our professionals.

Drive Clinical Quality, Team Development, and Program Performance as Clinical Director

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Clinical Director serves as the onsite clinical leader for LAOP's Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization programs. This role provides supervision, mentorship, quality oversight, and operational support while maintaining an active clinical caseload and ensuring the highest standards of care.

Key responsibilities include:

Partner with the Executive Director, Medical Director, Program Director, and interdisciplinary leadership team to support clinical excellence and program success

Provide clinical supervision, consultation, and leadership to licensed therapists and clinical staff

Review and approve clinical documentation to ensure timely completion, regulatory compliance, and quality standards

Facilitate weekly therapist meetings, case consultations, and evidence-based treatment discussions

Support therapist onboarding, training, professional development, and ongoing clinical education

Guide treatment planning, client care coordination, and clinical triage based on acuity and program needs

Participate in quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance client outcomes, retention, and service delivery

Conduct chart audits and monitor compliance with payer requirements and clinical standards

Support CARF accreditation efforts, HIPAA compliance, risk management practices, and survey readiness activities

Assist with performance management through coaching, feedback, development planning, and accountability measures

Address clinical, operational, and workplace challenges while fostering collaboration and trust among team members

Analyze program data and outcomes to support value-based care initiatives and organizational goals

Provide individual and group therapy services as needed based on census, staffing, and clinical requirements

Deliver coverage support for assessments, treatment planning, group facilitation, and client care services when necessary

Help build a high-performing clinical culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and exceptional client care

This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

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Worksite address

culver city, CA, 90232, US

Who can apply

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