Clinical Director of Glade Run Adventures (Project Management)

Position Summary: 
The Clinical Director of Glade Run Adventures provides administrative and clinical oversight of the Adventures Program, including equine-assisted, animal-assisted, and horticultural therapies. This role leads innovation, staff development, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. The Director is responsible for supervising program staff, ensuring excellence in service delivery, and aligning operations with Glade Run's mission and strategic goals. This position reports to the Senior Director of Clinical Programs. *We are looking for this staff to start working part-time (3-6 hours per week) immediately to shadow the current Director and learn the basics of the position and then move into a full-time role by January 2026.

EDUCATION,  QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or other behavioral/human services science which must include a clinical practicum.
2. Licensed  –  LCSW, LPC , LMFT, (LSW accepted but must be in process of obtaining LCSW) Preference given for licensed for 5+ years.
3. Three to five years experience managing in mental health programs overseeing staffing, budgets, strategic growth, program collaboration.
4. Five years experience providing therapy/counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of differences and abilities. 
5. Three to five years of providing clinical supervision and administrative supervision to staff.  Preference given for additional experience with administrative supervision of volunteers and interns. 
6. Three to five years experience with equestrian and naturalistic environment management settings, understanding of animal behavior, welfare, and training standards. 
7. Preference for specialized trauma training such as EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT models.
8. Preference for understanding PATH, CHA, CECTH, Masterson Method, principals. 
9. Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
10. Must have acceptable PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI clearance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THIS POSITION
Strategic Vision and Implementation: 

• Collaborate with the Executive Management Team and Clinical Director Team to contribute to agency-wide strategic planning.
• Ensure service delivery aligns with Glade Run's mission: “Founded in Faith and Grounded in Excellence, We Empower Individuals to Experience Personal Wellness and Growth.”
• Champion trauma-informed, strength-based, and inclusive practices across the Adventures Program.

Compliance Monitoring:

• Ensure full compliance with applicable Pennsylvania laws, OMHSAS regulations, MCO requirements, and CARF accreditation standards.
• Maintain animal care standards in accordance with the PA Department of Agriculture and relevant certifying bodies (e.g., PATH).
• Maintain up-to-date policies, procedures, and licensure documentation across all program areas.
• The Clinical Director of Glade Run Adventures is required to complete Agency-designated trainings related to job performance annually.     

Supervision of Program Leadership Staff:

• Oversee and support the program coordinators and therapeutic staff within the Animal-Assisted Therapy, Horticulture Therapy, and Equestrian Programs.
• Conduct regular supervision, performance evaluations, and individualized coaching.
• Promote a culture of professional development and continuous quality improvement.

Fiscal Oversight & Grant Coordination: 

• Develop, manage, and balance program budgets, grants, and expenditures, with an emphasis on covering operational costs and ensuring financial sustainability.
• Coordinate with internal programs (St. Stephen's, Acute Partial, and Psych Rehab) to deliver programing and unique service offerings. 
• Pursue and secure external contracts to deliver specialized group programming and expand access to unique services.
• Oversee purchasing, facility costs, productivity, referral management, and personnel expenses.
• Partner with the Foundation team to secure and manage grants that support core operations and program growth.

Staffing & Workforce Planning:

• Provide clinical and operational oversight for the care and safety of animals, plants, and therapeutic setting.
• Ensure proper staffing ratios and scheduling of both staff and volunteers as well as manage on-call schedules.
• Supervise staff to meet productivity expectations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and training efforts.
• Expand internship and career pathway initiatives to support future workforce development.

Volunteer Recruitment & Management: 

• Recruit, train, and retain volunteers to support the Adventure Program.
• Assist HR with volunteer clearance tracking.

Marketing & Community Outreach: 

• Partner with the Foundation Office to plan and execute public events, marketing campaigns, and awareness efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, community stakeholders, and collaborative partners.

Program Evaluation & Quality Monitoring:  

• Use clinical data, outcomes tracking tools, and feedback to assess program effectiveness and service fidelity.
• Implement continuous quality improvement initiatives and partner with QI Program to develop Annual Report on program effectiveness and initiatives. 

Leadership and Collaboration: 

• Serve as an active member of the Director's group and collaborate across departments and maintain involvement in various workgroups and committees.
• Represent the Adventures Program on internal workgroups and external committees to advance agency goals.

Equity, Inclusion, and Sanctuary:

• Monitor accessibility and tailor services to meet the cultural and developmental needs of participants.
• Apply Sanctuary Model principles to foster a safe and responsive program culture.
• Ensure services are accessible and responsive to the cultural, developmental, and individual needs of those served.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge:

• Demonstrated expertise in using and supervising animals and natural environments in the delivery of trauma-informed therapy services as well as expertise in program management of animal-assisted therapy, therapeutic riding, barn management, horticulture therapy, and educational services.
• High proficiency in applying regulatory standards from the Department of Human Services (DHS), OMHSAS outpatient regulations, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), CARF accreditation, and special education processes including IEP and 504 Plans.
• Demonstrated knowledge of animal care and training with a focus on equine care and training and equine assisted therapy (Natural Lifemanship, Somatic Experiencing/ embodiment).

Skills/Abilities: 

• Lead interdisciplinary teams with emotional intelligence.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and oversee administrative operations. such as facility and volunteer management, staff productivity, and scheduling.
• Strong clinical skills in delivering individual, group, and family therapy; clinical supervision; DSM-5-TR diagnostics; trauma-informed and behavior modification approaches; and crisis intervention. Knowledge of child and adult protective service laws.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, customer service, and documentation.
• Demonstrates flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing needs and crises. Models effective teamwork and responsive support in high-stress environments.
• Proficient in stakeholder engagement, including initiating and managing service contracts, billing systems, and reimbursement procedures.
• Skilled in using Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) to enter data, run and analyze EMR reports, and analyze clinical outcomes. 
• Technologically proficient in Google Workspace, especially shared Drive management, Docs, Sheets, and calendar coordination.
• Experience in writing program policies and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to instruct participants in basic and advanced therapeutic riding techniques.
• Strong understanding of grant processes, including writing proposals, managing fund use in accordance with restrictions, and aligning funds with operational priorities.
• Proven leadership and experience in coaching and progressive discipline.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams with emotional intelligence.

Physical/Emotional Requirements and Working Conditions: 

• Must demonstrate strong emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills to effectively lead, support staff, and manage complex social dynamics.
• Must possess and demonstrate  emotional stability to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Mobility and physical strength to perform all tasks of the Adventures Program. 
• Tasks may involve lifting hay bales, carrying water buckets, shoveling manure or soil, operating farm equipment, and physically assisting animals or clients in outdoor environments.
• Must have audio/visual/verbal acuity to provide supervision for the clients and to perform essential job functions.
• Must complete and pass Agency Crisis/Physical Intervention training and  have physical dexterity in order to assist in client physical interventions when necessary.

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and paid holidays for full-time staff
• 401K offerings with agency match at $1.00 per dollar contributed up to 3% of salary
• Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage for full-time staff
• Voluntary benefit options; including Disability Insurance (Short-Term Disability), Cancer Coverage, Critical Illness, Medical Bridge, Accident Insurance, Life Insurance and Identify Theft Protection
• Paid mileage reimbursement
• Paid training and administrative time
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Licensure Supervision for FREE!
• Free credentialing assistance
• Quarterly productivity incentives
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
• Flexible work schedules (as applicable)
• Annual merit increases for eligible positions based upon the yearly budget
• New Hire Incentive Bonuses
• Employee Referral Bonus Incentives
• Employee Discount Program
• Approved Agency for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional
• development opportunities
• Opportunities for membership to civic/community organizations
• As of August 31, 2024, a CARF Three-Year Accreditation has been awarded to Glade Run Lutheran Services for the following (programs/services): Case Management/Services Coordination: Mental Health (Adults, Children and Adolescents), Intensive Family-Based Services: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents), Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Adults, Children and Adolescents), Outpatient Treatment: Psychosocial Rehabilitation (Adults), Partial Hospitalization: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents)
• Glade Run is Sanctuary certified – we provide a supportive, respectful environment for our clients and our staff where shared governance, open communication, social learning and responsibility, non-violence, emotional intelligence, and growth and change are paramount in all aspects of our programming.