ASSOCIATE RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
UHC Solutions
Berkeley CA 94709 US
Residential Clinical Manager (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
Location: Berkeley, CA
Pay Range: $115,000 - $130,000
About Us:
We are a nonprofit mental health agency providing social rehabilitation and Medi-Cal services to adults with co-occurring serious mental health and substance use disorders. With multiple sites and an operating budget of $14.5 million, our 16-bed residential program is located in a recently renovated Victorian home, offering a warm and therapeutic environment focused on patient care, recovery, and wellness.
Position Summary:
As the Residential Clinical Manager, you will serve as the senior clinician for our 16-bed residential treatment program, providing leadership, mentorship, and clinical supervision to a dedicated team of staff. This is a unique opportunity to work within a collaborative, judgment-free, and mission-driven environment, where the focus is on patient care and harm reduction through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches.
You will oversee clinical operations, ensure the quality of therapeutic services, and contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the program. The position is ideal for a seasoned therapist with a passion for leadership, patient advocacy, and progressive clinical practices.
Why This Role is Attractive:
If you are a licensed clinician passionate about harm reduction and residential treatment, this position offers an incredible opportunity to step into a leadership role in a supportive, patient-centered environment. You'll have the chance to work in a beautiful, small-team setting where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and the program's future development.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please share a copy of your resume with Zoe Dubs at . Zoe will schedule an initial exploratory discussion with you and assist you through all steps of the process.
Location: Berkeley, CA
Pay Range: $115,000 - $130,000
About Us:
We are a nonprofit mental health agency providing social rehabilitation and Medi-Cal services to adults with co-occurring serious mental health and substance use disorders. With multiple sites and an operating budget of $14.5 million, our 16-bed residential program is located in a recently renovated Victorian home, offering a warm and therapeutic environment focused on patient care, recovery, and wellness.
Position Summary:
As the Residential Clinical Manager, you will serve as the senior clinician for our 16-bed residential treatment program, providing leadership, mentorship, and clinical supervision to a dedicated team of staff. This is a unique opportunity to work within a collaborative, judgment-free, and mission-driven environment, where the focus is on patient care and harm reduction through trauma-informed, strength-based approaches.
You will oversee clinical operations, ensure the quality of therapeutic services, and contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the program. The position is ideal for a seasoned therapist with a passion for leadership, patient advocacy, and progressive clinical practices.
Why This Role is Attractive:
- Leadership Role: You will have the opportunity to lead a small, committed team and serve as a mentor and supervisor to junior staff, helping to guide them through professional growth and clinical development.
- Collaborative and Flat Organization: We foster a flat organizational structure, giving you direct access to leadership. You'll have a voice in shaping program strategy and policy within a supportive, accessible framework.
- Work-Life Balance: Predefined hours and flexibility to balance outside work ensure that the organization prioritizes staff well-being, fostering an environment where employees can thrive personally and professionally.
- Engaging Patient Care: With a maximum of 16 patients, each staying an average of six months, the home-like setting allows staff to build meaningful relationships with residents through activities such as gardening and meal preparation, making this a more personal and fulfilling therapeutic experience.
- Patient-Centered Harm Reduction: Our program operates on industry best practices in harm reduction, providing a non-judgmental, goal-oriented approach where patients are met with compassion, understanding, and support in overcoming challenges.
- Beautiful Facility: The program is housed in a recently renovated Victorian home in a quiet, safe neighborhood. The discrete, home-like environment enhances the sense of safety and community for both staff and residents.
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary clinical team, coordinating therapeutic interventions and groups in alignment with harm reduction, trauma-informed, and strength-based modalities.
- Provide mentorship, clinical supervision, and support to junior staff, promoting growth and high standards of care.
- Oversee clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with Medi-Cal, contract, and licensing requirements.
- Develop and facilitate a range of direct service groups and activities tailored to patient needs in a residential setting.
- Manage referrals and intakes, ensuring a high occupancy rate and that all new residents meet the program's clinical criteria.
- Provide crisis management support as needed and share on-call responsibilities with other management staff.
- Oversee medication management and ensure proper practices are in place for patient safety and wellness.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders and external providers to ensure comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.
- Licensed Clinician: LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD with an advanced degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling.
- Experience: At least 2 years of clinical and supervisory experience in mental health and substance use recovery programs.
- Commitment to Harm Reduction: Strong belief in patient-centered care, harm reduction practices, and a judgment-free therapeutic approach.
- Crisis Management: Experience in de-escalation and crisis intervention in residential or clinical settings.
- Leadership & Mentorship: A demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a clinical team while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and ensure high standards of documentation and reporting.
- Facility History & Growth Potential: This program has been the heart of our services since the 1950s. It temporarily closed in 2023, but reopened in 2024 with new funding and a renewed commitment to delivering top-tier care. The program is poised for growth, providing exciting opportunities for the team and the community it serves.
- Small Team & Resident-Focused: With a maximum of 16 residents, you'll work within a small team setting where deep relationships can be formed, and patient care is personal and progressive.
If you are a licensed clinician passionate about harm reduction and residential treatment, this position offers an incredible opportunity to step into a leadership role in a supportive, patient-centered environment. You'll have the chance to work in a beautiful, small-team setting where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and the program's future development.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please share a copy of your resume with Zoe Dubs at . Zoe will schedule an initial exploratory discussion with you and assist you through all steps of the process.