Clinical Program Director DBT Comprehensive

About Evolve Treatment Centers:  

Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens. We help adolescents 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. Evolve offers a one-of-a-kind experience that serves teens and their families from across the country from our California-based treatment centers. We focus on positivity, equipping teens for change, and growing the whole person in a setting that’s comfortable and feels like home. 

We’re dedicated to clinical excellence, and we know that you’ll bring your unique contribution to healing families in profound ways. Our work here is special, it’s meaningful, and it’s bigger than all of us. That’s why it takes a true community, aligned in purpose, and committed to lifting each other up each day. 

Job Summary:  

Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Clinical Program Director to join our team at our comprehensive DBT residential treatment facility for adolescents! When it opened in 2016, Evolve's DBT Program was the first residential comprehensive DBT program for teens in California and remains one of the few in the country today. In addition, this program also stands out as one of the few such programs to accept clients of all gender expressions and work with families who rely on private insurance to fund treatment. At Evolve, we believe that DBT should be accessible, affordable, and available to teens of all backgrounds and experiences. Our clinical team specializes in DBT and has received intensive training through Behavioral Tech, Marsha Linehan’s premiere DBT training institute. Candidates with experience on a DBT team and/or intensive DBT training are preferred. Candidates with a strong dedication to evidence-based treatment, completing intensive DBT training, and providing comprehensive DBT are also encouraged to apply. Intensive training in DBT and ongoing mentorship would be provided. The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, knows how to take initiative, maintains appropriate boundaries, and can stay calm in stressful situations. 

Job Summary:  

The DBT Clinical Director is responsible for the management, safety, and operation of all aspects of program services provided at our comprehensive DBT residential programs in Tarzana, CA! 

Clinical Responsibilities: 

• Provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff per BBS requirements 
• Act as Team Leader to comprehensive DBT team and participate in weekly Consultation Team meetings 
• Facilitate weekly Treatment Team meetings and provide clinical mentorship 
• Facilitate regular clinical training to the team in order to maintain DBT adherence and exceptional clinical standards 
• Regularly review and audit clinical documentation for the program in order to maintain internal and licensing standards 

Managerial Responsibilities: 

• Interview, hire, and retain program staff by overseeing training and development 
• Identify staff development needs and support appropriate training 
• Evaluate the performance and competence of staff, and when necessary, discipline and discharge subordinate staff in accordance with established personnel policies (i.e.: Performance evaluations, PIPs, etc.) 
• Ensure objectives for professional growth and development of clinical personnel are met by providing leadership and counsel 
• Provide staff with updates/ changes to policies, procedures, and organizational goals 

Qualifications: 

• Licensed for at least 2 years in California as a LMFT/LCSW/LPCC 
• Formal DBT training and experience on a DBT team strongly preferred but not required. Will provide training to the right candidate.
• Exceptional clinical judgment 
• Knowledge and experience in various therapeutic orientations and treatment modalities 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive collaborative relationship among staff 
• Strong leadership experience is a must

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working with adolescents, particularly those with mental health and substance abuse issues 
• Experience with supervision and management 

Benefits: 

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances.? 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff.  
• Retirement Planning  
• Professional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees.  
• Free Meals – Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef. 
• Remote Work/Flexible Schedules – Eligible positions only* We understand the value of providing our eligible employees with the option for remote work and flexible schedules. These arrangements can enhance work-life balance and contribute to our team's overall well-being.