Outpatient Behavioral Health Program Lead

*** Program Team Leader (LISW or LPCC)- Behavioral Health Hospital Based Outpatient Programs ***

Program Team Lead for Behavioral Health Hospital-Based Outpatient Programs is an independently licensed clinician who provides frontline clinical and operational leadership within the Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program. This role demonstrates strong clinical acumen in substance use treatment, evidence-based interventions, and co-occurring disorders, while ensuring safe, consistent, and high-quality care delivery. The Team Lead provides day-to-day oversight through clinical guidance, case consultation, and workflow coordination, while ensuring accountability with accrediting bodies and fostering professional growth, and a collaborative, recovery-oriented team culture.

We offer career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and competitive pay based on level of education and experience.

• 4410 Carver Woods Dr #206, Cincinnati, OH 45242

• Full-Time (80 hours bi-weekly)
• No Holidays or weekends!

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement—this role offers competitive pay based on education level and experience.

• Master's Degree Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or other related behavioral health field required (Required)
• 3 - 4 years Minimum of 3 years of experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment (Required)
• 2 - 3 years Minimum of 2 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience within a clinical setting, preferably in an IOP, PHP, or hospital-based outpatient program (Required)
• None Experience with ASAM criteria, OhioDBH or Joint Commission-accredited programs strongly preferred (Preferred)
• Expert understanding of PHP and IOP level-of-care criteria..
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based SUD and co-occurring treatment models (CBT, MI, relapse prevention, trauma-informed care).
• Knowledge of OhioDBH and CMS regulations, documentation standards, and quality metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, provide supervision, and foster staff engagement.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze program data, identify trends, and implement quality improvement strategies.
• Proficient in EMR systems and data documentation.
• Other LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor Upon Hire Required or
• Other LISW or LPCC Upon Hire Required or
• Other LCSW
  - License Clinical Social Worker Upon Hire Required and
• Other
  -S or
  -CS supervision delegation within 1 Year Required and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 180 Days Required

The Program Team Leader provides direct patient care and clinical leadership within Tri Health's Behavioral Health Hospital-Based Outpatient Programs. This role delivers group and individual therapy, assessments, and clinical interventions while supporting program quality, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement activities. The Team Leader helps guide daily operations, collaborates with interdisciplinary partners, and provides clinical supervision to ensure consistent, evidence-based care across the outpatient continuum.

• Direct Patient Care:
  Provide comprehensive direct clinical services across the outpatient continuum, including individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, assessments, safety planning, and care coordination. Deliver coverage during staffing gaps or census surges. Ensures evidence-based, person-centered care that aligns with ASAM, OhioDBH, CMS, and Joint Commission standards.
• Quality, Compliance, and Performance Improvement:
  Monitor documentation quality, productivity, outcomes, and regulatory readiness. Lead PDSA cycles; identify trends and implement improvement strategies. Ensure clinical records meet Ohio licensure board requirements, CMS/ASAM placement standards, and organizational policies. Support audit preparation and corrective action plans.
• Program Oversight and Leadership:
  Support the Program Manager (RN) in daily operations including staffing, workflow optimization,…