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**Req Number** 159331

Our client is seeking a Clinical Director for a preschool day treatment center serving children ages 3-5 with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges, including autism spectrum disorders. Their innovative 12-month integrated educational and clinical model emphasizes collaboration, play, sensory integration, and family engagement to foster growth and resilience.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Director to lead a clinical program. In partnership with the Program Director, the Clinical Director will oversee all clinical services, supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the interdisciplinary team in delivering trauma-informed, child-centered care. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with young children with complex needs, demonstrates strong leadership skills, and has a deep understanding of trauma-informed practices and developmental therapies.

Must have at least 5 years of experience working with children with high needs and At least 3 years of supervisory and management experience

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and oversee the clinical operations in accordance with NY State and OMH regulations, ensuring high-quality service delivery across licensed social workers, psychologists, and creative arts therapists.

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency policies and electronic health records systems.

- Provide training, supervision, and professional development for clinical staff and support staff.

- Collaborate with educational and clinical leadership to support daily program operations and uphold the agency's mission.

- Facilitate weekly clinical team meetings and monthly interdisciplinary meetings including speech, occupational, and physical therapists.

- Conduct performance evaluations and oversee supervision for clinical staff and interns/externs.

- Ensure all contractual and regulatory compliance is met and maintain program standards.

- Participate in the intake process for new referrals and review student progress for appropriate placements.

- Co-facilitate caregiver support and psychoeducation groups.

- Support or lead specialized groups and may carry a caseload as needed.

- Supervise behavior support teams and develop policies to enhance program effectiveness.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) with current licensure in NY.

- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience working with children with high needs, including trauma, developmental disabilities, or autism spectrum disorders.

- At least 3 years of supervisory and management experience.

- Strong knowledge of OMH regulations and familiarity with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) preferred.

- Deep commitment to trauma-informed, strength-based, and attachment-based approaches.

- Experience with behavior modification, DIR Floor time, play therapy, and sensory-based interventions a plus.

- Excellent organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

- Proficient in general computer skills and electronic health record systems.

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts,

The salary range for this position is $110,000-$125,000/year

It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status, or citizenship status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, their or their dependent’s sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.