Clinical Director Jobs in Colorado
Clinical Director jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where major systems like UCHealth, SCL Health, and Children's Hospital Colorado maintain robust clinical leadership teams across behavioral health, primary care, and hospital administration. Demand runs from mid-career managers stepping into their first director role to seasoned executives overseeing multi-site programs, and Colorado ranks among the most active markets in the Mountain West for clinical leadership hiring. Behavioral health, home health, and federally qualified health center networks are generating the steadiest openings right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Clinical Director will supervise and provide leadership to clinical managers and all clinical staff. They are fully responsible for the quality of clinical care delivery to our patients as well as patient satisfaction. The Clinical Director will also be responsible for helping to drive the site’s growth, working in collaboration with marketing and operations and for managing the site’s fiscal responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Provides leadership to the clinical team by supervising, guiding, and directing employees to be effective team members
- Ensures that everyone is equipped with the right skills, tools, and talents necessary for executing their duties
- Provides leadership for clinical services, including defining and refining the clinical service model
- Ensures ERC Pathlight treatment philosophy is cohesively presented throughout the program
- Provides counseling and facilitates group activities as needed
- Continuously monitors delivery of services and care for quality, effectiveness and compliance
- Participates with Executive Management to ensure quality of services
- Establishes systems that supports efficient and effective delivery of services
- Identifies and implements strategy for assigning patients to therapists
- Develops and implements training protocols
- Trains and assists staff in setting individual goals and objectives
- Ensures clinical department’s compliance with HIPAA and Joint Commission
- Acts as a liaison to other internal departments and to the larger community of Professionals
Must Haves
- Graduate degree in a mental health field (required)
- For Colorado locations licensed as Eating Disorder Treatment and Recovery (EDTR) - Clinical Licensure to practice medicine and/or behavioral health services in the State of Colorado (required)
- 5+ years of working with mood, anxiety, eating disorders and/or trauma related disorders (required)
- If working at an eating disorder location, must have 5+ years of experience working specifically with eating disorders as well as an understanding of the clinical treatment of such disorders (required)
- 3-5 years of leadership experience (required)
- An understanding of clinical treatment of mood, anxiety, eating disorders and/or trauma related disorders (required)
- Proficient in the use Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) (required)
- Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) in a supervisory role must have a college degree as well as a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a childcare setting (required)
- Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) must:
- be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or
- be at least eighteen (18) years of age and work directly under the supervision of a teammate over twenty-one (21) years of age (required)
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Colorado pay range $99,000 - $125,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Clinical Director will supervise and provide leadership to clinical managers and all clinical staff. They are fully responsible for the quality of clinical care delivery to our patients as well as patient satisfaction. The Clinical Director will also be responsible for helping to drive the site’s growth, working in collaboration with marketing and operations and for managing the site’s fiscal responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Provides leadership to the clinical team by supervising, guiding, and directing employees to be effective team members
- Ensures that everyone is equipped with the right skills, tools, and talents necessary for executing their duties
- Provides leadership for clinical services, including defining and refining the clinical service model
- Ensures ERC Pathlight treatment philosophy is cohesively presented throughout the program
- Provides counseling and facilitates group activities as needed
- Continuously monitors delivery of services and care for quality, effectiveness and compliance
- Participates with Executive Management to ensure quality of services
- Establishes systems that supports efficient and effective delivery of services
- Identifies and implements strategy for assigning patients to therapists
- Develops and implements training protocols
- Trains and assists staff in setting individual goals and objectives
- Ensures clinical department’s compliance with HIPAA and Joint Commission
- Acts as a liaison to other internal departments and to the larger community of Professionals
Must Haves
- Graduate degree in a mental health field (required)
- For Colorado locations licensed as Eating Disorder Treatment and Recovery (EDTR) - Clinical Licensure to practice medicine and/or behavioral health services in the State of Colorado (required)
- 5+ years of working with mood, anxiety, eating disorders and/or trauma related disorders (required)
- If working at an eating disorder location, must have 5+ years of experience working specifically with eating disorders as well as an understanding of the clinical treatment of such disorders (required)
- 3-5 years of leadership experience (required)
- An understanding of clinical treatment of mood, anxiety, eating disorders and/or trauma related disorders (required)
- Proficient in the use Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) (required)
- Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) in a supervisory role must have a college degree as well as a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a childcare setting (required)
- Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) must:
- be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or
- be at least eighteen (18) years of age and work directly under the supervision of a teammate over twenty-one (21) years of age (required)
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Colorado pay range $99,000 - $125,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical director jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado clinical license appropriate to the candidate's clinical discipline required
- Master's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, social work, or a related clinical field
- Minimum five years of direct clinical practice experience in a relevant specialty
- Prior supervisory or program management experience leading clinical staff teams
- Demonstrated knowledge of Joint Commission standards and Colorado state regulatory requirements
- Strong background in quality improvement, outcomes measurement, and clinical compliance reporting
Clinical Director Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical director in Colorado?
Becoming a clinical director in Colorado starts with earning an active state license in your clinical discipline, such as an RN license through the Colorado State Board of Nursing, an LCSW through the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners, or an LPC through the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners. Most employers also require a master's degree and several years of direct clinical practice before moving into a director-level leadership role.
Which companies hire clinical directors in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring clinical directors in Colorado include DaVita, University of Colorado, and Jobot, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and growing behavioral health networks are among the most consistent sources of clinical director openings statewide.
Which Colorado cities have the most clinical director jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Englewood have the most clinical director openings in Colorado. Denver dominates due to its concentration of large hospital systems, specialty clinics, and health administration headquarters, while Colorado Springs and Boulder generate steady demand through regional medical centers, behavioral health organizations, and university-affiliated health programs.
Are there remote clinical director jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical directors typically oversee staff, conduct site visits, and maintain hands-on oversight of care delivery, which limits fully remote arrangements. About 42% of clinical director openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to concentrate in utilization management, telehealth program oversight, and population health leadership.
How can I get hired as a clinical director in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a lead clinician or supervisor role first, then building toward director-level responsibilities. UCHealth, SCL Health, and large behavioral health networks in Colorado regularly hire clinical supervisors, team leads, and program coordinators from adjacent roles like charge nurse, case manager, or clinical coordinator. Earning a Colorado state license early and completing a master's program in healthcare administration or social work strengthens your candidacy considerably for that first leadership step.
Where can I find and apply to clinical director jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to clinical director jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across health systems, behavioral health organizations, home health agencies, and specialty clinics. Search the roles that match your clinical background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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