Full-Time | Access / Emergency Services | $88,538/Annually | Exempt

Meridian has provided compassionate mental health and substance use services for more than 50 years, helping individuals and communities across North Central Florida build healthier futures.

BUILD YOUR CAREER WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Are you a compassionate clinical leader who believes exceptional care begins with strong teams, thoughtful leadership, and a commitment to meeting people where they are?

As the Clinical Director of Inpatient and Central Receiving Services at Meridian, you'll have the opportunity to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference for individuals experiencing some of life's most challenging moments. Providing leadership for our Access and Emergency Services, you'll help ensure that individuals entering our care are met with safety, dignity, compassion, and the clinical support they need to move toward stabilization and recovery.

In this role, you'll guide and support multidisciplinary teams, strengthen clinical practices, oversee daily operations, and champion initiatives that improve patient outcomes and the overall care experience. Through strong clinical and operational leadership, you'll help create an environment where our patients receive high-quality, patient-centered care and our team members feel supported, empowered, and equipped to make a difference.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary: $88,538 annually

• Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability

• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education and career growth. Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

• Career advancement opportunities

• Additional employee discounts and perks

• The opportunity to provide meaningful leadership within a mission-driven behavioral healthcare organization

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the Clinical Director of Inpatient and Central Receiving Services, you'll provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for Access and Emergency Services. You'll oversee the delivery of high-quality care while balancing patient safety, regulatory compliance, fiscal responsibility, workforce needs, and operational effectiveness.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Direct and oversee daily clinical operations, including patient admission, treatment, and discharge processes.

• Ensure efficient workflows and the effective utilization of staff and organizational resources.

• Lead and support the delivery of safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.

• Hire, train, supervise, develop, and evaluate clinical staff, including nurses, therapists, social workers, and other members of the care team.

• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.

• Develop and strengthen evidence-based treatment protocols focused on patient safety, stabilization, and recovery.

• Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, contractual, and accreditation requirements.

• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives that strengthen clinical care and operational outcomes.

• Define, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators and use data to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Oversee workforce planning and contribute to responsible budget and resource management.

• Respond to emergent operational and clinical situations, critical incidents, and staffing needs to help ensure continuity of care and patient safety.

• Collaborate with organizational leaders to align clinical operations with Meridian's mission, priorities, and strategic goals.

• Serve as an active member of Meridian's Senior Leadership Team.

• Participate in a leadership on-call rotation to provide support for clinical and operational needs outside of standard business hours.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Education & Experience

• Master's degree required in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience in a behavioral or mental healthcare setting.

• Experience in inpatient, acute care, or crisis response settings is required.

• Behavioral or mental health experience is required.

• Previous experience within healthcare and nonprofit settings is preferred.

Licensure

• Active professional licensure in the State of Florida, such as RN, LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent, is strongly preferred.

YOUR LEADERSHIP TOOLKIT

You'll be successful in this role if you're a thoughtful, adaptable leader who can balance clinical excellence with the operational needs of a fast-paced behavioral healthcare environment.

You'll bring:

• Leadership & Team Building: The ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams.

• Clinical Expertise: A strong understanding of clinical care standards, patient safety, and effective treatment practices.

• Strategic Thinking: The ability to connect day-to-day operations with organizational priorities and long-term goals.

• Quality & Performance Improvement: The ability to evaluate patient outcomes, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate data into meaningful action.

• Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Emotional Intelligence: The ability to approach challenging and sensitive situations with empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment.

• Conflict Resolution: The ability to navigate complex situations and work toward constructive solutions.

• Organization & Time Management: Strong planning and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple competing responsibilities.

• Analytical Skills: The ability to interpret financial reports, quality data, performance metrics, and quality-improvement reports.

• Adaptability: The ability to respond effectively to change, evolving patient needs, and organizational transformation.

• Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as clinical software systems.

• The ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong relationships with leaders, employees, and other key partners.

WORK LOCATION & AVAILABILITY

Because Access and Emergency Services support patients around the clock, flexibility and leadership presence are important components of this position.

• This is an on-site leadership position requiring regular presence at assigned Access and Emergency Services facilities.

• Scheduling flexibility may be required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.

• Participation in a leadership on-call rotation is required to support 24/7 operations.

• A valid Florida driver's license and an acceptable driving record that meets company insurance standards are required.

• Center Driver eligibility requires candidates to be at least 21 years of age.

• Driving eligibility requirements include no more than three moving violations and/or accidents within the past three years and no major violations within the past five years.

LEAD WITH PURPOSE. MAKE AN IMPACT.

At Meridian, leadership is about more than overseeing operations. It's about supporting the people who provide care, strengthening the services our communities depend on, and creating an environment where every person who comes through our doors is treated with dignity, empathy, and hope.

As our Clinical Director of Inpatient and Central Receiving Services, you'll have the opportunity to influence the quality of care we provide while developing strong teams, advancing clinical excellence, and helping shape services that make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

If you're an experienced behavioral health leader who leads with compassion, values collaboration, and is ready to bring your clinical expertise to a role with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Meridian as our Clinical Director of Inpatient and Central Receiving Services.

ABOUT MERIDIAN

For more than 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has provided behavioral health and substance use services throughout North Central Florida. Our mission is to bring hope and healing to individuals, families, and communities.

Our culture is guided by our H.E.A.R.T. values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork.

We're committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees can grow, contribute, lead, and make a meaningful impact.

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Meridian is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits and program eligibility may vary by position. Employment is subject to applicable position requirements, including driving eligibility, background requirements, and organizational policies.