Emergency Services Director jobs in Maine

Location: Biddeford, ME (with regular travel to other AWS sites)

About Us:

Alternative Wellness Services (AWS) is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to

providing exceptional behavioral health services. As a small agency, we offer a unique

opportunity for you to make your mark and work closely with both patients and staff, free from

the constraints of a large bureaucracy. We were identified as one of Maine's 2023 Best Places

to Work, underscoring our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging work

environment. Join us and be part of a team that is making a difference in the community.

Job Summary:

AWS is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Clinical Services to join our leadership

team. The Director of Clinical Services will oversee and enhance the clinical aspects of the

organization, providing supervision and support to all licensed clinicians, maintaining a small

caseload, and leading the development and implementation of clinical programs. This role is

pivotal in ensuring regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care, and

driving program growth and diversification. The Director will work closely with the Practice

Manager to integrate clinical needs with operational workflows, improve quality assurance

measures, and develop strategies for staff satisfaction and retention. This is an opportunity to

grow with the agency, enhancing your career and professional development as you help AWS

expand and succeed. Your success in this role will be financially rewarded, with potential

opportunities for profit sharing as the agency grows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the licensing process and ensure compliance with state and federal standards.
• Provide, or direct, the clinical supervision and support of our licensed clinicians.
• Maintain a small caseload to ensure high-quality direct client services.
• Lead the development and implementation of new clinical programs and services.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and service delivery needs to drive program growth.
• Collaborate with the Practice Manager to integrate clinical needs with operational workflows.
• Conduct trainings and presentations to enhance clinical knowledge and practices.
• Represent AWS at conferences, community meetings, and other public forums.
• Develop and implement quality assurance measures and evaluate service effectiveness.
• Collaborate on strategies for staff satisfaction and retention.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related clinical field.
• Active Maine licensure as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Pastoral Counselor, Licensed Clinical, Social Worker (LCSW), Conditional Clinical Social Worker (CSW-IP), or licensed psychologist. Must be able to provide clinical supervision in Maine.
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of clinical and managerial experience in behavioral health care settings.
• Exceptional leadership & communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule.

Benefits:

• FREE Health Insurance Option for full-time employees
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Company Paid Short-term (STD), long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401k
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive pay with bonus pay and incentives
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

Why Join Us?

At AWS, we offer the opportunity to grow with the agency, enhancing your career and

professional development as you help us expand and succeed. Your success in delivering

exceptional clinical services will directly contribute to the growth and sustainability of the

agency, providing you with the chance to advance your career and make a meaningful impact

on the community we serve. Additionally, as the agency grows, there will be potential

opportunities for profit sharing and increased financial rewards.

Apply Today:

If you are a dedicated clinician with a passion for excellence and a vision for growth, we

encourage you to apply.