MHRS Clinical Director - DC Hope Center

DC Behavioral Health Services - Washington, DC 20011

Overview

Salary Range $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time - 40 Plus Benefits Job Shift Day Education Level Bachelor's Degree Obtained Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category Behavioral and Mental Health Services

Description

The Clinical Director is responsible for the oversight, development, and implementation of clinical services within a DBH-certified MHRS program. This role ensures that all services are delivered in accordance with DCMR Title 22-A, Chapter 34, and DBH policies. The Clinical Director provides leadership to clinical staff, ensures compliance with treatment planning and documentation standards for adults, family, and youths to promote a recovery-oriented system of care. This position is required to be physically on-site at the MHRS provider's certified service location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical oversight and supervision to licensed and unlicensed clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with DCMR and DBH standards for treatment planning, service delivery, and documentation.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and review of Individualized Treatment Plans.
• Monitor clinical quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
• Participate in DBH audits, site visits, and corrective action planning.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in accordance with Medicaid and DBH requirements.
• Facilitate clinical team meetings and case consultations.
• Provide or coordinate training for clinical staff on evidence-based practices and regulatory compliance for adults, family, and youth.
• Collaborate with administrative leadership to support program development and strategic planning.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Must be licensed in the District of Columbia as one of the following:
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Psychologist
• Psychiatrist
• Minimum of five (5) years of post-licensure clinical experience, including supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MHRS regulations, Medicaid documentation standards, and recovery-oriented care.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Compliance and Regulatory Requirements:

• Must meet all qualifications outlined in DCMR Title 22-A 3413 for clinical oversight roles.
• Must maintain active licensure and complete all required continuing education.
• Must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must comply with HIPAA, DBH confidentiality policies, and ethical standards.
• Must participate in DBH-mandated training and quality assurance initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically present on-site at the MHRS provider's certified location.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to use computers and standard office equipment.
• Occasional travel within the community for site visits or meetings.
• Emotional resilience to manage high-stress clinical and administrative situations.