Clinical Director

About Shared Wellness

Shared Wellness supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through innovative, clinically enhanced services designed to promote independence, community inclusion, and quality of life. Our mission is grounded in person-centered supports, clinical excellence, and a commitment to helping individuals live meaningful, connected lives within their communities.

Position Summary

The Clinical Director is responsible for building and leading a high-performing clinical department that delivers consistent, person-centered services across the organization. This position provides strategic leadership for behavior services, clinical operations, staff development, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and service outcomes.

The Clinical Director develops and supports clinical staff, strengthens departmental systems and processes, promotes accountability, and partners with operational leaders to ensure individuals receive high-quality services. This role is ideal for a leader who enjoys developing people, building sustainable systems, and driving organizational performance through collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop Behavior Specialists, clinical staff, and interns.
• Establish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and professional development plans for clinical team members.
• Build department capacity through staff development, succession planning, retention efforts, and workforce planning.
• Oversee behavior support services and ensure timely completion of assessments, behavior support plans, documentation, and clinical follow-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with ODP regulations, licensing requirements, Human Rights Team standards, and organizational policies.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, identify trends, and implement quality improvement initiatives to improve service delivery and organizational performance.
• Partner with operational leadership to address complex clinical situations, support service quality, and promote positive outcomes for individuals served.
• Lead Human Rights Team processes and support ethical, person-centered decision making throughout the organization.
• Support crisis response efforts through consultation, coaching, and leadership during significant incidents.
• Participate in strategic planning, program development, and organizational growth initiatives.
• Develop and monitor departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource utilization.
• Represent Shared Wellness in community partnerships, professional networks, and external stakeholder meetings.
• Participate in leadership on-call responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related human services field.
• Pennsylvania clinical licensure, Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist qualification, BCBA certification, or equivalent clinical credential.
• Minimum five years of leadership experience supervising clinical professionals, management staff, or interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrated success developing teams, improving performance, and implementing organizational systems and processes.
• Strong understanding of behavior support, crisis intervention, and person-centered practices.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Experience leading clinical services within an IDD, behavioral health, or human services organization.
• Knowledge of ODP regulations, licensing requirements, and Human Rights Team processes.
• Experience with quality improvement, program development, and outcome measurement.
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Why Join Shared Wellness?

This is an opportunity to lead and shape the future of clinical services within a growing organization committed to innovation, quality, and person-centered care. The Clinical Director plays a key role in developing clinical talent, strengthening service delivery systems, and ensuring individuals receive exceptional support that helps them achieve their goals and live meaningful lives.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Shared Wellness, we believe every person deserves respect, dignity, and opportunity. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

 All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs—without regard to race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, affectional or sexual orientation, differences in sex, or gender identity or expression), national origin, age (40 and over), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

 We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, connected lives.