Clinical Team Lead

About this role

We are seeking a fully licensed Clinical Team Lead to join our leadership team in Metro Atlanta. This is a full-time 40 hours per week, onsite role responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting staff development while delivering high-quality, client-centered care. The Clinical Team Lead plays a critical role in program development, clinical governance, and ensuring effective service delivery across our Child & Family Behavioral Health programs.

Fully Licensed Clinician required (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT)

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight
• Provide leadership for DFCS and Behavioral Health (BH) programs, supporting agency growth and development
• Oversee case flow processes including prescreening, intake, assessment, case assignment, case management, re-authorization, and discharge
• Ensure compliance with DBHDD, DFCS, CARF, DATEP, CMO C&A Guidelines, and DHS contract requirements
• Monitor clinical documentation, treatment plans, and service delivery to ensure continuity of care and quality outcomes
• Conduct internal audits of client records and implement improvements as needed
• Provide updates to executive leadership regarding program performance and development
• Staff Supervision & Development
• Provide individual and group clinical supervision to staff
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support staff development through training, coaching, and in-service education
• Facilitate Treatment Team Meetings and promote interdisciplinary collaboration
• Assign caseloads and monitor productivity and performance
• Operations & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to clinical governance standards and promote excellence in care delivery
• Manage workflows and staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage
• Maintain readiness for audits and reduce organizational liability
• Support utilization of EMR systems (e.g., eCase, ShareNote) for documentation efficiency
• Program Improvement & Collaboration
• Participate in Performance & Quality Improvement (PQI) initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Assist in designing and implementing strategic marketing and outreach initiatives
• Attend internal leadership meetings and external provider/agency meetings
• Develop community resources and referral partnerships
• Additional Duties
• Process referrals and manage waiting lists
• Assist with new hire orientation and ongoing training
• Create and update program forms and documentation tools
• Complete billable services including assessments as required