Assistant Director Clinical Services

June 5, 2026

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About Beacon Beacon is a national behavioral health organization providing residential services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Severe Mental Illness, and high-acuity behavioral needs. We are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care aligned with our core values: Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. Why Beacon <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Flexible scheduling offering work-life balance</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Competitive compensation and benefit package</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2721" data-start="2660" data-section-id="l7no09">Opportunity to lead impactful behavioral health initiatives</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2764" data-start="2722" data-section-id="1tejtpt">Collaborative and mission-driven culture</li> </ul> Position Summary The Assistant Director of Clinical Services provides leadership and oversight of clinical programs across Pennsylvania. This role partners with the Director of Clinical Services to ensure high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services, regulatory compliance, crisis intervention support, staff supervision, and consistent clinical practices across residential programs. This position requires regular travel (30-60%) throughout Pennsylvania to support programs, staff, and operational needs. Willing to consider out of state applicants providing the applicant is able to accommodate the travel requirements. Key Responsibilities <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Supervise Clinicians and Behavior Specialists</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure compliance with Medicaid, state, federal, and accreditation standards</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support implementation of evidence-based clinical and behavioral health practices</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide clinical oversight, consultation, crisis intervention, and behavior support</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Monitor clinician caseloads, staffing needs, and service quality</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Review clinical documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Conduct staff training, supervision, and annual evaluations</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support audits and quality improvement initiatives</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Collaborate with internal teams, outside providers, and community partners</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain positive relationships with regulatory and referral agencies</li> </ul> Qualifications <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, or related field required</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Must hold an active Pennsylvania clinical license in a mental health or behavioral health discipline to be considered (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMSW, BCBA, LLP, LMHC, etc.)</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Minimum of 1 year of clinical supervision experience required</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience supporting individuals with IDD, Autism, SMI, and high-acuity behaviors preferred</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledge of Medicaid, HCBS, and behavioral health regulations preferred</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Valid driver’s license and ability to travel 30–60% throughout Pennsylvania required</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required</li> </ul>

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