Job Title: Clinical Director

Location: Meridian Counseling - Salt Lake City (Murray, UT)

Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person

About Us

Meridian Counseling is a premier mental health practice dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative clinical environment while offering professional growth opportunities for our team members. Our mission is to provide exceptional mental health care and training in the Salt Lake City community.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Director to lead and oversee our Utah team of clinical therapists. This role requires strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills to ensure high-quality clinical services, provide mentorship, and maintain operational efficiency within our practice. The Clinical Director will play a vital role in training practicum students from the University of Utah, supervising associate clinicians, and ensuring caseload expectations are met. This is an in-person position, requiring a minimum of 15-20 hours per week on-site at our office in Murray, UT.

Qualifications

Must be at least two (2) years post-licensure as one of the following:

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology (PhD)

Strong leadership and supervisory skills with experience managing a team of therapists.

Experience in providing clinical supervision and training to students and associate clinicians.

Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and best clinical practices.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate with external providers, university programs, and community resources.

Organizational and administrative skills to oversee clinical operations and ensure compliance with practice standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision & Training:

• Oversee the Utah team of clinical therapists, providing guidance, support, and leadership.
• Provide 1:1 supervision to University of Utah practicum students to ensure competency and professional development.
• Conduct a weekly 2-hour clinical training for the student training program.
• Supervise six (6) associate clinicians, providing mentorship and case consultation.
• Perform biannual performance evaluations for practicum students and clinical team members.
• Ensure all clinicians meet caseload expectations and uphold high-quality clinical care standards.

Clinical & Administrative Duties:

• Maintain a personal caseload of 15-20 clients per week.
• Monitor clinical documentation and adherence to ethical and legal guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining a positive work environment for all staff.
• Oversee the physical office space, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
• Address clinical and operational concerns promptly and effectively.
• Interview potential candidates to work at Meridian Counseling, ensuring alignment with practice values and standards.

Community & Professional Collaboration:

• Build relationships with other mental health providers, university programs, and community organizations to foster collaboration and referral networks.
• Work closely with the University of Utah and other institutions to support practicum and internship programs.
• Attend networking events, conferences, and professional development opportunities to represent and promote Meridian Counseling in the mental health community.

Work Schedule & Expectations

• Full-time position, with a flexible schedule to meet supervisory, clinical, and administrative needs.
• Minimum of 15-20 hours in-person per week at our Murray, UT office.
• Ability to work with clients and supervisees in both individual and group settings.
• Participation in team meetings and other practice-related activities as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.  ($85,000 - $110,000 annually) 
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Flexible scheduling within the requirements of the role.
• Paid time off and other potential benefits (to be discussed during hiring process).

How to Apply

If you are a highly skilled clinical leader passionate about mentorship, training, and providing quality mental health care, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to: https://www.meridian-counseling.com/careers

Meridian Counseling is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.