Clinical Director

Clinical Director

Location: Indiana Treatment Centers – Muncie, IN
Target Opening: Late Spring 2026
Status: Full-Time | Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director
Schedule: M-F 9-5pm; Weekend rotation/support needed as facility grows

About Us

Indiana Treatment Centers, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), provides compassionate, evidence-based treatment for individuals living with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our mission is to remove barriers to recovery and empower individuals and families to reclaim their lives through high-quality, person-centered care.

The Muncie facility represents our continued investment in building strong, clinically grounded programs that prioritize safety, integrity, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Why Join Indiana Treatment Centers

Lead With Purpose
Serve as the clinical leader for a new facility, shaping clinical operations, culture, and standards from day one.

Build and Mentor a Strong Team
Supervise, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team committed to excellence and ethical care.

Collaborative Leadership Environment
Partner closely with executive leadership, medical providers, admissions, and operations in a mission-driven organization.

Professional Growth
Participate in leadership development, advanced clinical training, and organization-wide initiatives.

Comprehensive Benefits
Competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and continuing education support.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

Provide clinical leadership for all therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family treatment.

Ensure treatment programming aligns with ASAM criteria, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care principles.

Serve as a clinical resource to staff, providing guidance during complex cases and clinical crises.

Clinical Supervision

Provide individual and group clinical supervision to licensed and license-eligible clinicians.

Observe group and individual sessions and deliver structured feedback to support clinical excellence.

Facilitate interdisciplinary case reviews and clinical team meetings.

Program Development & Admissions

Oversee clinical admission processes and appropriateness of level of care.

Ensure individualized treatment planning that reflects clinical assessment, medical collaboration, and patient goals.

Collaborate with Admissions, Medical, and Case Management teams to ensure continuity of care.

Compliance, Quality & Documentation

Maintain compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards, including Joint Commission, Medicaid, and ASAM.

Ensure timely completion of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation.

Conduct regular chart audits and support quality assurance, utilization review, and readiness activities.

Staff Development & Performance Management

Lead onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development of clinical staff.

Provide coaching, corrective feedback, and annual performance evaluations.

Support licensure supervision requirements and professional growth pathways.

Leadership & Collaboration

Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team on program strategy, staffing models, and clinical outcomes.

Participate in pre-opening planning, licensure preparation, and go-live readiness.

Represent clinical services in leadership meetings and cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Addictions, or related human services field required.

Active Indiana clinical license required: LCAC, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent.

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in substance use disorder and/or behavioral health treatment.

Prior supervisory or clinical leadership experience strongly preferred.

Strong working knowledge of evidence-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, MI, and trauma-informed approaches.

Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, Medicaid requirements, and clinical documentation standards.

CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.

Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Work Conditions

Full-time, on-site leadership role at the Muncie, Indiana facility.

Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours, with flexibility based on program needs.

Participation in on-call or clinical escalation support as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

Indiana Treatment Centers and Ascension Recovery Services are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify your HR rep. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure equal employment opportunities.