Clinical Director at Ascension Recovery Services – Andover, Kansas

LifeSpring Recovery Center – Andover, KS
Target Opening: Spring 2026
Full-Time | Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director

Join a Foundational Launch in Kansas

Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), the nation’s first Substance Use Disorder Management Services Organization (SUD-MSO), has partnered with LifeSpring Recovery of Andover LLC to launch an 80-bed detox and residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment center serving the greater Wichita region.

Projected to open May 2026, LifeSpring Recovery of Andover will address critical behavioral health access gaps across Kansas—bringing structured, evidence-based treatment, strong clinical leadership, and operational rigor to the region.

Lead With Purpose
Serve as the clinical leader for a new facility, shaping clinical operations, culture, and standards from day one.

Build and Mentor a Strong Team
Supervise, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team committed to excellence and ethical care.

Collaborative Leadership Environment
Partner closely with executive leadership, medical providers, admissions, and operations in a mission-driven organization.

Professional Growth
Participate in leadership development, advanced clinical training, and organization-wide initiatives.

Comprehensive Benefits
Competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and continuing education support.

• Provide clinical leadership for all therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family treatment.

• Ensure treatment programming aligns with ASAM criteria, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care principles.

• Serve as a clinical resource to staff, providing guidance during complex cases and clinical crises.

• Provide individual and group clinical supervision to licensed and license-eligible clinicians.

• Observe group and individual sessions and deliver structured feedback to support clinical excellence.

• Facilitate interdisciplinary case reviews and clinical team meetings.

• Oversee clinical admission processes and appropriateness of level of care.

• Ensure individualized treatment planning that reflects clinical assessment, medical collaboration, and patient goals.

• Collaborate with Admissions, Medical, and Case Management teams to ensure continuity of care.

• Maintain compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards, including Joint Commission, Medicaid, and ASAM.

• Ensure timely completion of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation.

• Conduct regular chart audits and support quality assurance, utilization review, and readiness activities.

• Lead onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development of clinical staff.

• Provide coaching, corrective feedback, and annual performance evaluations.

• Support licensure supervision requirements and professional growth pathways.

• Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team on program strategy, staffing models, and clinical outcomes.

• Participate in pre-opening planning, licensure preparation, and go-live readiness.

• Represent clinical services in leadership meetings and cross-functional initiatives.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Addictions, or related human services field required.

• Active Kansas clinical license required: LCAC, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in substance use disorder and/or behavioral health treatment.

• Prior supervisory or clinical leadership experience strongly preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of evidence-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, MI, and trauma-informed approaches.

• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, Medicaid requirements, and clinical documentation standards.

• CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Why This Role Matters

Kansas needs sustainable, high-quality addiction treatment capacity.

LifeSpring Recovery of Andover is positioned to become a cornerstone provider in the region’s behavioral health continuum. This Clinical Director will help shape not only a facility—but a legacy of care.

If you are disciplined, mission-driven, and ready to build something that matters from day one, we invite you to apply.

• Full-time, on-site leadership role at the Muncie, Indiana facility.

• Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours, with flexibility based on program needs.

• Participation in on-call or clinical escalation support as required.

The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify your supervisor or Human Resources. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure equal employment opportunities.