Clinical Manager - Crisis Stabilization Unit (55167)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is building a bold new future in behavioral health and substance abuse services with the upcoming launch of our state-of-the-art Potomac Pavilion, opening in early 2026, and we’re hiring the leadership team that will bring this vision to life. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at the ground level as we unify several essential crisis and substance use programs under one roof, including our 24/7 Detox (Withdrawal Management) Unit, 16-bed inpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), Crisis Walk-In Center (WIC), and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders. The new Clinical Director of Crisis and Recovery Services will lead this transformative model, overseeing both acute and substance use programs, with key leadership roles open for Clinical Managers across Detox, CSU, and WIC. Be part of something extraordinary—where innovation, community impact, and leadership converge to redefine recovery and crisis care.

About the role.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Manager to lead our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), a 16-bed, 24/7 inpatient program providing intensive short-term care—typically up to five days—for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. The CSU serves both voluntary and involuntary clients with a qualifying mental health diagnosis and offers a full range of services including medication evaluation and administration, individual, group, and family therapy, case management, and coordinated discharge planning with referrals to outpatient or higher levels of care. The Clinical Manager will oversee daily operations, supervise clinical staff, and ensure the seamless coordination of care within a multidisciplinary team. This role requires strong crisis management and leadership skills, familiarity with M1 procedures, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and deeply committed to delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, client-centered care.

Schedule. This is a full-time, onsite/in-person position based at our CSU, which operates 24/7. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday during standard business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM); however, flexibility is essential. The Clinical Manager is expected to adjust hours as needed to support staff working evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, and will also participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support and ensure continuity of care across the 24/7 operation.

$7,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! + additional 12% of base pay stipend for Clinical Managers working in a 24/7 program *Sign-on Bonus not eligible for internal employees and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation.

Sign-on Bonus is based on full-time (40 hours/week). Prorated if fewer than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on the first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following the 6-month anniversary.

Salary for this role.

Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Fewer than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on experience and company equity.

• Licensed Psychologist: $119,392.42 - $142,355.20 per year
• Licensed Therapist: $79,809.60 - $109,220.80 per year

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency.

• Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).

Essential Functions:

• Manager Accountabilities: Lead employees, maintain team focus and direction. Hire, provide performance feedback and coaching, and fire employees in accord with organizational guidance. Monitor work schedules and receive and approve requests for time off based on work volumes and staffing schedules. Communicate with external stakeholders related to team accountability. Cascade information from sr. leadership to lower levels in alignment with organization strategy and goals. Design and implement effective group and intergroup wo