| Location | Milton, WA |
| Salary | $103,460.20–$127,815.25 Per Year |
Clinical Director (Licensed) - Behavioral Health
Lakewood, Washington
Telecare Corporation - Pierce County Evaluation & Treatment Center #250
Full-Time, Salaried | 100% In-Person (No Remote/Hybrid)
Lead Clinical Excellence. Support Recovery. Make an Impact.
Telecare is seeking a Licensed Clinical Director to lead clinical services at our Pierce County Evaluation & Treatment Center (E&T) #250 in Lakewood, WA.
Pierce County E&T is an inpatient behavioral health program serving adults experiencing acute psychiatric needs who require a secure, structured environment for evaluation, stabilization, treatment, and recovery support.
This is a fully onsite leadership position requiring a strong and visible clinical presence within the program. The Clinical Director partners closely with the Administrator, nursing leadership, and multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, recovery-focused care.
Expected starting salary range is $103,460.20 to $127,815.25. The full salary range extends to $152,170.29. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in Social Work or a related behavioral health field
Active Washington State independent behavioral health license required
LMHC, LICSW, or LMFT
Candidates must be fully independently licensed; associate-level licenses do not meet the requirements for this position
Minimum 2 years of post-graduate clinical experience in behavioral health
Minimum 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience
Experience in inpatient, acute, crisis, or intensive behavioral health settings
Experience supporting individuals with serious mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use needs
Strong understanding of clinical documentation, compliance, quality, and behavioral health standards
Why This Role Matters
As Clinical Director, you will serve as a key clinical leader for Pierce County E&T and partner closely with program leadership to ensure:
High-quality, compliant clinical care
Strong clinical supervision, development, and team performance
Effective treatment planning and coordination across disciplines
Strong partnerships with community and system stakeholders
A culture grounded in recovery, dignity, safety, and person-centered care
Key Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and oversight to multidisciplinary team members
Establish and maintain strong clinical systems, standards, and best practices
Oversee clinical documentation, audits, treatment planning, and regulatory compliance
Partner with program leadership on quality improvement, risk mitigation, and clinical outcomes
Support staff development through clinical consultation, coaching, and training
Participate in incident reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives
Build effective relationships with community partners, referral sources, and behavioral health stakeholders
Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented services
Participate in a structured Administrative On-Call rotation
What Sets You Apart
Strong clinical judgment and the ability to support teams working with complex behavioral health needs
Experience leading clinical teams in an inpatient or high-acuity environment
Ability to balance clinical quality, regulatory requirements, and day-to-day program needs
Confidence providing clinical supervision, coaching, and staff development
Passion for recovery-oriented and person-centered behavioral healthcare
Work Environment
100% onsite in Lakewood, WA; no remote or hybrid option
Participation in Administrative On-Call rotation required
Position requires regular and visible leadership within the program
May include occasional physical activity such as standing, walking, and light lifting
Why Telecare
Mission-driven organization focused on behavioral health recovery
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an inpatient behavioral health setting
Collaborative partnership between clinical, nursing, and operational leadership
Opportunities for continued professional and leadership growth
Meaningful work supporting individuals with serious mental illness and complex behavioral health needs
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
May vary by location and position type.
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
If the job posting references any sign-on bonus, internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.