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Position: Clinical Director
Located in Decatur, Illinois | Full-Time | Member of Clinical Council & Leadership Council
Salary: Based on Education, Experience & Licensure
Master's Degree: $75,000–$84,000 annually + every other Friday off (paid wellness day)
Additional Licensure/Certification: $84,000–$90,000 annually + every other Friday off (paid wellness day)
Join a Mission-Driven Team Where Your Work Truly Matters
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Clinical Director to provide visionary leadership across up to six community-based clinical programs. In this role, you will champion services that empower individuals living with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders to thrive as independently as possible in their communities. This is a leadership role for someone passionate about staff development, program innovation, and expanding access to high-quality, community-centered care.
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Heritage is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) serving Macon County and surrounding communities. We provide comprehensive mental health and substance use services and believe every team member plays a vital role in client care. As Clinical Director, you will oversee up to six clinical programs dedicated to helping individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders build stable, meaningful lives in the community.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment where your leadership voice is heard
- Every other Friday off – paid wellness days built into your schedule
- Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
- Loan forgiveness eligibility through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
- Comprehensive benefits and meaningful professional growth opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and mentor staff to deliver person-centered, trauma-informed care
- Provide supervision and oversight to program managers across up to six community-based clinical programs
- Monitor program performance, data reporting, and compliance with funder requirements
- Lead community-based meetings and strengthen partnerships with local providers
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings for collaborative problem-solving
- Oversee hiring, orientation, and ongoing staff development
- Ensure clinical activities align with organizational standards and CCBHC requirements
- Contribute to Clinical Council and Leadership Council initiatives and strategic planning
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Graduate degree in counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or a related field
- Licensure or certification required within 6 months of hire; LCSW or LCPC strongly preferred
- Ability to obtain clinical licensure within 18 months preferred
- Minimum age: 21 years; valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in evidence-based treatment approaches and trauma-informed care
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to mentor and develop staff in a strengths-based, culturally responsive manner
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management systems
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving program needs
Benefits at a Glance
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
- Wellness: Paid wellness days (every other Friday), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness reimbursement
- Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance
- Retirement: 401(k) and Roth options
- Professional Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education support
- Loan Forgiveness: Eligible through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the individuals we serve.
Heritage Behavioral Health Center | Decatur, Illinois | www.heritagenet.org
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