Assistant Clinical Director (ACD)
25 days ago
Hastings
Job DescriptionSalary: $70,000 - $80,000 Assistant Clinical Director Youth Behavioral Health Location: Hastings, Florida Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 per year About Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth Deep Creek Youth Academy in Hastings, Florida, is a 117-bed residential treatment center for boys ages 12 to 19. The center provides 24/7 trauma-informed care through specialized programs, including intensive mental health, substance abuse treatment, developmental disabilities support, and medically complex care. Youth receive individual, family, and group therapy, social and life skills training, victim impact awareness, restorative justice programming, and gender-specific clinical services. Educational and vocational opportunities are offered through the Florida Scholars Academy, including high school completion and industry-recognized credentials. Length of stay varies based on treatment progress, with the program focused on preparing youth for successful reintegration into the community. Assistant Clinical Director Job Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting, • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays (4 hours of PTO accrued each pay period), • Free RX delivery on most medications, • Tuition reimbursement and professional development, • Robust Employee Assistance Program through Life Matters/Empathia, • Supportive, mission-driven work environment Why Join Youth Opportunity? • Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth, • Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care, • Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment, • Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities Position Summary Assistant Clinical Director Job in Hastings, Florida We are hiring anAssistant Clinical Director to join our leadership team in Hastings. This role is ideal for a licensed mental health professional seeking to work in youth behavioral health, juvenile care, or residential treatment. Youll provide direct clinical services, supervise clinical staff, and support youth through the stabilization and treatment process. Assistant Clinical Director Responsibilities • Coordinate the implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans, • Provide ongoing assessment, evaluation, and counseling to youth and their families under supervision of the licensed Clinical Director, • Oversee the delivery and documentation of all mental health and substance abuse services, including biopsychosocial assessments, • Supervise, direct, and evaluate clinical and case management staff, • Provide or coordinate training for clinical staff and direct-care teams, • Supervise specialized treatment programs such as Sexual Offender Treatment or Seven Challenges, • Provide diagnostic evaluations, individual therapy, and crisis interventions, • Participate in on-call clinical duties as needed, • Serve as backup to the Designated Mental Health Authority when required by contract or regulations Required Qualifications • Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Clinical Psychologist in Tennessee, • Masters degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or related human services field, • Minimum two years of direct-care clinical experience, with at least one year of supervisory experience preferred, • Ability to pass background check and drug screen, • Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills, • Willingness to work with youth in challenging situations Preferred Experience • Experience with trauma-informed care, group modalities, and residential settings, • Familiarity withchild welfare, juvenile justice systems, and substance abuse treatment, • Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation standards Physical Demands • Must be able to lift 30 pounds from floor to shoulder height, • Extensive walking and standing required, • Must be capable of detecting and quickly responding to client altercations, attempts at self-harm, or escape attempts, including applying approved physical restraint techniques, • Must be able to participate with clients in active/passive team or individual activities, indoors or outdoors, sometimes during inclement weather, • Must be able to transport clients, • Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable, • Must be free from communicable diseases as defined by state law (to the extent knowledge is attainable under law), • Must be able to pass the Professional Assault Response (PAR) certification Other Requirements • Valid drivers license and ability to meet company auto insurance criteria, • Must satisfy the state criminal background check requirements and drug screen How to Apply Click Apply Now through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit to learn more about our mission and career opportunities. Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.