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Position Title: Clinical Director of Inpatient and Central Receiving Services

Location: Gainesville, FL

Salary: $88,538.00/Annually| Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role:

The Clinical Director of Inpatient & Central Receiving Services is a key leadership role responsible for driving clinical, operational, and strategic excellence across Access and Emergency Services. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

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

• Ensure efficient workflows and optimal utilization of resources.

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

• Lead the response to emergent situations, staffing needs, and critical incidents to ensure continuity of care and patient safety.

Clinical Staff Supervision

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate clinical staff (e.g., nurses, therapists, social workers).

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
  

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all state, federal, and accreditation standards (e.g., CARF, LSF, AHCA, DCS)

• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
  

Treatment Planning

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

Performance Metrics

• Define, track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Utilize data to drive clinical and operational improvements.

Work Location & Schedule

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

• Position may require flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.

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

What We're Looking For

Education:

• Master's Degree: Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related fields.

Licensure: 

• Active professional license in the state of Florida (RN, LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience in behavioral or mental health care settings.

• Experience in inpatient, acute care, or crisis response settings (required)

• Behavioral or mental health experience (required)

• Experience in healthcare and nonprofit settings (preferred)

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Loan Repayment Assistance – Eligible for Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program (up to 60% loan repayment)
• Supportive Culture – Collaborative, engaging, and mission-driven workplace
• Work-Life Balance – Generous PTO and holiday benefits
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options
• Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Retirement Planning – 403(b) plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement, advancement opportunities, and PSLF eligibility
• Additional Perks – Travel reimbursement, phone discounts, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.

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Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.