Clinical & Executive Director

Job DescriptionClinical and Executive Director Springfield, IL Full-Time On-SiteAbout Duad WellnessDuad Wellness is redefining geriatric mental health care in Illinois. As a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient (PHP/IOP) provider focused exclusively on older adults, the program delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatment designed to preserve dignity, independence, and emotional well-being. Care is grounded in interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical integrity, and measurable outcomes tailored to the realities of aging.This is an opportunity to join Duad Wellness at the launch of the Springfield program. As a new practice, key clinical systems, processes, and team structure are actively being developed. You will play a central role in shaping clinical standards, building team culture, and establishing a strong, sustainable program from the ground up.The OpportunityDuad Wellness is seeking a Clinical and Executive Director to lead the Springfield program. This dual leadership role requires a licensed clinician who brings both operational vision and strong clinical expertise. You will provide strategic oversight and hands-on clinical leadership to ensure the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and program effectiveness.What You'll DoOversee all clinical programming across PHP and IOP levels of careSupervise, mentor, and develop therapists, case managers, and support staff, including providing clinical supervision toward independent licensureMaintain treatment model integrity, documentation standards, and clinical best practices in geriatric behavioral healthLead interdisciplinary treatment planning, utilization review, and performance improvement initiatives aligned with program goalsMonitor symptom reduction, functional outcomes, and quality indicatorsEnsure full compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standardsCollaborate with physicians, nurses, and community partners to coordinate comprehensive careProvide direct clinical care when appropriate and maintain a strong therapeutic presence within the teamPartner with leadership to support operational growth and fiscal sustainabilityFoster a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous clinical improvementWhy Join Duad WellnessA rare opportunity to build and lead a specialized geriatric behavioral health program from launchCollaborative, clinically focused leadership environment with genuine investment in staff developmentContinuing education and clinical development supportCompetitive compensation and a full benefits packageRequirementsWhat You BringRequired:Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related fieldActive Illinois licensure as LCSW or LCPC, in good standing (LCSW preferred)At least 5 years of clinical behavioral health experienceAt least 2 years of leadership or clinical supervision experienceKnowledge of PHP and IOP operations, regulatory compliance, and outcomes-based carePreferred:Expertise in geriatric mental health or older adult programmingExperience supervising clinicians toward independent licensureBenefitsCompensation and Benefits$110,000 to $135,000 annually, based on experience, plus health benefitsThis is a direct hire with Duad Wellness. Atlantic Health Strategies is recruiting on their behalf.

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