Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Position Overview :
The Clinical Director at Seamark Ranch is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the delivery of evidence-based, trauma-informed mental health services to children and families in a residential care setting. This individual will lead clinical initiatives, manage staff, and ensure the highest quality of care is provided, aligning with Seamark Ranchs mission of offering holistic, Christ-centered support to children and families in need.
Key Responsibilities :
Clinical Oversight :
- Develop and review individualized service plans to ensure they are evidence-based, trauma-informed, and tailored to the needs of each child and family.
- Conduct clinical case consultations with staff to address complex cases, providing guidance rooted in trauma and attachment theory.
- Develop programs to support and educate foster / adoptive families and community partners on trauma-informed caregiving.
- Monitor the quality of care delivered by clinicians, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Ongoing Professional Development : Regular engagement in professional development to stay updated on clinical practices, supervision techniques, and ethical standards.
Staff Management :
Assess for hiring purposes, train, and mentor clinical staff, emphasizing professional development and alignment with Seamark Ranchs values.Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide supportive feedback to foster growth and accountability.Address staff concerns promptly and cultivate a positive, collaborative work environment.Manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for both residential and community mental health programs.Program Oversight :
Develop and implement clinical policies and procedures, ensuring they reflect best practices and are responsive to the needs of children with trauma histories.Monitor program effectiveness through data collection and analysis, using insights to inform continuous improvement.Ensure compliance with state and federal mental health regulations, licensing standards, and accreditation requirements.Collaborate with house parents, educators, equine staff, and other departments to provide integrated, comprehensive care.Lead crisis response efforts, ensuring appropriate intervention strategies for children experiencing acute distress.Administrative Duties :
Manage the mental health program budget, ensuring effective use of resources to meet clinical goals.Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including referral sources, community organizations, and potential funding partners.Establish a network of trusted healthcare providers within the community to manage the physical health needs and medication management for residents.Represent Seamark Ranch in outreach and fundraising efforts, promoting the mental health programs impact on the community.Required Qualifications :
A Master's degree or higher in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or a related field.Qualified Supervisor certification.Licensed Mental Health Professional with significant experience working with children and families impacted by trauma.Proven leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team.Experience in developing and implementing clinical programs, preferably in residential or community-based settings.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to upholding Seamark Ranchs faith-based mission and values.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience working in residential care or faith-based mental health programs.Familiarity with adoption and the foster care system, trauma-focused therapeutic modalities and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI).Experience supervising interns and / or mental health providers.Working at Seamark Ranch :
Seamark Ranch offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where staff are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing space for children to heal, grow, and thrive. The Clinical Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health care at Seamark Ranch, both within the residential program and in expanding services to the broader community.
