Clinical Director
LMHC LICSW LMFT
- Inpatient Acute Facility 266 Telecare Corporation United States, Washington, Olympia 3436 Mary Elder Road Northeast (Show on map) Aug 18, 2026
Description
Clinical Director (Licensed)
- Behavioral Health Olympia, Washington
Telecare Corporation
- Olympia Next Steps Program #266
Full-Time, Salaried | 100% In-Person (No Remote/Hybrid) Lead Clinical Excellence.
Drive Recovery. Make an Impact. Telecare is seeking a Clinical Director (Licensed) to lead clinical operations at our Olympia Next Steps Program in Olympia, WA. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping clinical practice, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality, recovery-focused care for individuals with complex behavioral health needs. This position is fully onsite and requires strong, visible leadership within the program. Expected starting wage range is $103,460.20
25 salaried. Range ends at $152,170.29. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Required Qualifications Master's degree or higher in Social Work or related field
Active Washington State Independent Behavioral Health License (REQUIRED) (LMHC, LICSW, LMFT
- must be fully licensed, not associate level) Minimum 2 years post-graduate clinical experience in behavioral health
Minimum 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
Experience in inpatient mental health or behavioral health settings
Experience working with mental health and/or substance use populations
Strong understanding of Washington behavioral health system and compliance standards Why This Role Matters As the Clinical Director, you will serve as the clinical authority for the program-partnering closely with the Administrator to ensure: High-quality, compliant clinical care aligned with Washington State standards
Strong clinical team performance, supervision, and development
Effective coordination with community partners and system stakeholders
A culture rooted in recovery, dignity, and person-centered care Key Responsibilities Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and oversight to multidisciplinary teams
Establish and maintain clinical systems, standards, and best practices
Oversee documentation, audits, and compliance with State and County requirements
Partner with leadership on quality improvement, risk mitigation, and program outcomes
Build and maintain relationships with community partners and referral sources
Lead incident reviews, clinical trainings, and staff development initiatives
Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and recovery-oriented services
Participate in a structured on-call rotation to support program operations What Sets You Apart Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices and ASAM criteria
Ability to lead through change, growth, and program complexity
Passion for recovery-oriented, person-centered care Work Environment 100% onsite role in Olympia, WA•no remote or hybrid options
Participation in Administrative On-Call rotation required
May include occasional physical activity (standing, walking, light lifting) Why Telecare Mission-driven organization focused on recovery and behavioral health innovation
Opportunities to lead, grow, and influence clinical practice at scale
Collaborative culture with strong operational and clinical partnership
Meaningful work serving individuals with serious mental illness and complex needs EOE AA M/F/V/Disability •May vary by location and position type Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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