Assistant Director of Clinical Services

Catholic Charities Boston

. Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and supervision to mental health clinicians and peer support specialists .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSouth Boston • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $80,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates clinical leadership and supervision in mental health services, with expertise in program management, compliance, and community collaboration. Proficient in overseeing clinical documentation, staff performance, and maintaining HIPAA confidentiality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Independent Licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)Supervision Experience in Human ServicesKnowledge of Department of Children and Families ProgrammingProficiency in Electronic Health RecordsBilingual Abilities

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Hard Skills

Clinical Documentation ReviewProgram Budget ManagementSubstance Addiction KnowledgeHome-Based CounselingCase Management Services

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteRemote Communication Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Independent Licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthCommunity PartnershipsQuality AssuranceCulturally Diverse PopulationsHIPAA Confidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and supervision to mental health clinicians and peer support specialists
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Catholic Charities Behavioral Health Clinic in Boston
Hire, train, supervise, and schedule staff clinicians and peer support specialists
Review assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and clinical documentation for quality and compliance
Collaborate with the Department of Children and Families and other external funding agencies
Oversee and manage contracts with DCF and other agencies
Establish and maintain community partnerships to secure referrals
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, High Risk meetings, Quality Assurance meetings, and peer supervision sessions
Provide individual supervision to staff at least monthly, often weekly
Meet with the program team regarding clinical and case management needs and provide organizational updates
Provide direct services to a small caseload of clients or families as needed
Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Services and Senior Director for Family Services on budgets and contractual obligations
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and complete annual performance appraisals
Perform on-call clinician responsibilities as needed
Prepare and submit timely reports to funding agencies
Review and approve employee timecards
Work in office and community settings, attend meetings and trainings, and travel locally as needed
Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and professional boundaries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Independent licensure (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT) is required
Minimum of 3-5 years relevant program experience
At least 3 years of experience supervising in a human service environment
Experience with substance addiction and knowledge of community resources
Background in home-based counseling and case management services
Ability to work with culturally and linguistically diverse populations
Knowledge of program budgets and contracts
Experience with Department of Children and Families programming, assessment, service planning, and case review
Proficiency with an Electronic Health Records system preferred
Bilingual abilities preferred
Effective communication and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and remote communication platforms
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance coverage
Some evening and weekend availability as needed for on-call work or evening groups
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and HIPAA confidentiality

Benefits

Comp & perks

403(b) savings plan
Generous time off
Equal opportunity employment