Clinical Director, Substance Use Disorders

Job overview

The Clinical Director, Substance Use Disorders role may be performed onsite at the Washington, DC office or remotely. Typical hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; some weekends and nights may be required. Compensation is not specified. The director leads Spring Leaf Solutions’ substance use disorder and behavioral health services, including recovery support, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs. The role establishes clinical direction and oversees quality, compliance, supervision, and program development. It supports effective, evidence-based services and client outcomes by maintaining clinical infrastructure, guiding staff, and coordinating with organizational leadership and external partners.

What you'll do

• Establish clinical philosophy, standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• ensure evidence-based and trauma-informed practices
• consult on complex cases
• lead program development and service expansion
• oversee quality assurance, performance improvement, audits, corrective actions, and regulatory readiness
• monitor outcomes and risk trends
• direct clinical supervision and workforce development
• partner with the Executive Director on planning and growth
• develop community and referral relationships
• review performance metrics and budgets
• prepare leadership and regulatory reports.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical director

substance use disorders

behavioral health

clinical leadership

outpatient services

asam level 1

asam level 2.1

quality improvement

washington dc

spring leaf solutions

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a relevant master’s degree or higher and an unrestricted Washington, DC clinical license. Seven years of clinical experience and three years in clinical leadership, supervision, or program management are required.

About the employer

Spring Leaf Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.