Clinical Director LMHC LMFT LICSW - Community Mental Health 256 257

Clinical Director (Licensed)

Thurston TCAT #256 & Mason TCAT #257
Olympia & Shelton, Washington | 100% In-Person (No Remote/Hybrid)

Lead Clinical Innovation. Transform Lives.

At Telecare, our mission is simple: deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams.

We are seeking a Clinical Director to provide clinical leadership for two Telecare TCAT programs serving Thurston and Mason Counties. This role offers a unique opportunity to guide multidisciplinary teams, strengthen community partnerships, and drive high-quality behavioral health care across two programs that play a critical role in the local system of care.

If you are a licensed behavioral health leader passionate about recovery-focused services, this is an opportunity to shape clinical excellence while supporting teams that change lives every day.

What You Will Do to Change Lives

In this mid-level leadership role, the Clinical Director works under the direction of the Program Administrator to provide clinical leadership, coordination, and supervision for multidisciplinary treatment teams across Thurston TCAT #256 and Mason TCAT #257.

This role supports program quality, staff development, and community collaboration to ensure Telecare services meet the highest standards of care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as the clinical authority for both programs, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and regulatory requirements
• Providing clinical supervision and leadership to multidisciplinary behavioral health teams
• Supporting the Administrator with quality improvement initiatives and program operations
• Ensuring treatment practices align with recovery-oriented care and evidence-based practices
• Overseeing documentation and conducting clinical chart audits to meet state and county standards
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with county partners, providers, and community stakeholders
• Supporting incident reviews and regulatory reporting when necessary
• Ensuring members served receive high-quality, compassionate behavioral health services

This position also participates in a structured leadership on-call rotation, supporting program operations outside standard business hours when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Current Washington State licensure as one of the following: LICSW, LMHC, LMFT or equivalent behavioral health licensure

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

• One (1) year of leadership experience in a behavioral health setting

• Two (2) years post-graduate clinical experience in mental health services

Additional Requirements:

• Experience working with individuals with mental health and substance use needs
• Experience in community-based or outpatient settings
• Experience collaborating with families, community partners, and advisory groups
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse and multicultural populations
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings including background clearance, physical exam, tuberculosis testing, and license verification.

Skills & Experience

Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• Strong clinical leadership and staff development skills
• Knowledge of community behavioral health systems and care coordination
• Experience with evidence-based practices in behavioral health
• Familiarity with ASAM Criteria and substance use treatment frameworks
• Ability to build strong relationships with county partners and community providers

Compensation

Expected starting salary:
$96,263.29 – $118,919.08 annually. Maximum range: $141,574.87.

Starting pay is determined based on experience, licensure, and qualifications above the minimum requirements.
Telecare applies geographic pay differentials to compensation ranges.

Work Schedule

Full Time: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Weekend availability may be required for urgent program needs.

What’s In It For You

Telecare offers a strong benefits package designed to support your career, wellness, and financial future.

Benefits include:

• Generous Paid Time Off accrual
• Nine paid holidays
• Free continuing education units (CEUs)
• Tuition discounts and scholarship opportunities through Telecare University
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Learn more:
https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits 

About Telecare

Telecare has been delivering recovery-focused behavioral health services for more than 60 years. Our programs empower individuals with serious mental illness and other behavioral health challenges to live meaningful lives in their communities.

We believe who we are is how we help.

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.