Assistant Clinical Director (ACD)

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 an Assistant 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. You’ll 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

Master’s 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 with child 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 driver’s 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 http://www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.