Director of Clinical Services - LPC, LCSW, LMFT

Director of Clinical Services

Lead a Team. Inspire Change. Transform Lives.

Perimeter Behavioral of the Ozarks | Springdale, AR

If youre an experienced behavioral health leader looking for an opportunity to shape clinical excellence while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents, wed love to meet you.

Perimeter Behavioral of the Ozarks is seeking a Director of Clinical Services to lead our multidisciplinary clinical team in delivering exceptional, trauma-informed behavioral healthcare to youth in a residential treatment setting. This is an opportunity to influence treatment outcomes, mentor talented clinicians, and help build a culture centered on compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Why Perimeter?

At Perimeter Behavioral Health, we believe every child deserves hope, healing, and the opportunity to thrive. Our programs provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral healthcare for youth with complex emotional and behavioral needs through a collaborative, evidence-based approach.

When you join Perimeter, you become part of a leadership team that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth while making a lasting difference every day.

What Youll Do

As the Director of Clinical Services, youll oversee the clinical operations of our residential behavioral health program while ensuring the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and supervise licensed therapists, case managers, utilization review, and recreational therapy staff
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing clinical culture
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services
• Oversee treatment planning, clinical documentation, and utilization management
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, Medicaid, and state regulatory standards
• Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives
• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop clinical staff
• Monitor program outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Partner closely with nursing, medical providers, education, and executive leadership to deliver integrated patient care
• Participate in leadership meetings and administrator on-call rotation
• Support strategic planning and program development initiatives

What Were Looking For

Were seeking an experienced behavioral health leader who is passionate about developing teams and improving patient outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
• Current Arkansas LPC or LCSW licensure
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and evidence-based behavioral health treatment
• Experience with residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, or acute behavioral health preferred
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and regulatory standards
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Why Youll Love Working Here

Competitive Compensation

$75,000-$85,000 annually

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

A Career with Purpose

At Perimeter, your leadership directly impacts the lives of youth and families navigating some of lifes most difficult challenges. Youll work alongside compassionate professionals who are committed to helping every patient reach their fullest potential.

Our CARE Values

Everything we do is grounded in our CARE Values:

️ Compassion - We lead with empathy and kindness.

️ Accountability - We own our actions and pursue excellence.

Respect - We honor the dignity of every patient, family, and team member.

Empowerment - We help others grow, heal, and succeed.

About Perimeter Behavioral Health

Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the nations leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, serving patients across multiple states through residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, and outpatient programs. Our mission is simple: Deliver Hope. Transform Lives.

Join a team where your leadership truly matters.

If youre ready to build exceptional clinical teams, influence the future of behavioral healthcare, and make a lasting impact on children and families, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today!

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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