DSHS BHHA Clinical Services Manager
Description Clinical Services Manager – Maple Lane Campus, WA Lead where clinical care meets the legal system.This role sits at the center of Washington's civil commitment process – where clinical expertise directly impacts patient rights, safety, and outcomes. You will guide teams, shape expanding programs, and represent care decisions in court.If you're a licensed psychologist ready to lead at system level, this is a rare opportunity to influence both clinical practice and public health infrastructure.In this role, you will lead and strengthen civil commitment clinical operations in a growing behavioral health system — ensuring legal compliance, improving care quality, and building high-performing teams that support patient outcomes.You will lead and support multidisciplinary treatment teams within a growing behavioral health campus. The environment is mission-driven, fast-evolving, and highly collaborative, with strong alignment between clinical leadership and legal processes.This is a fully onsite role based at Maple Lane Campus due to the nature of clinical oversight and court involvement. The position offers the stability and benefits of Washington State service, along with meaningful, mission-driven work.If you're ready to lead clinical teams and influence civil commitment care at scale, we encourage you to apply today.Who Should ApplyWe are seeking professionals who meet one of the following:Licensed Psychologist (or eligible within 6 months) with leadership experience in inpatient or residential psychiatric settings, ORLicensed Psychologist with experience in forensic, civil commitment, or court-involved clinical work and team supervisionSome Of What You Will DoLead civil commitment clinical operations across multiple programs, ensuring compliance with RCW 71.05Oversee development of high-quality court petitions that meet legal and clinical standardsProvide expert court testimony and represent clinical decisions with clarity and credibilitySupervise and develop clinical staff, strengthening team performance and accountabilityGuide multidisciplinary teams in applying evidence-based treatment practicesEvaluate program performance and implement process improvements across clinical operationsPartner with leadership on staffing strategy, program growth, and operational readinessSupport successful onboarding and launch of new units as the campus expandsWhat We're Looking For – Required CompetenciesClinical Judgment: makes sound, defensible decisions in complex psychiatric casesLegal Acumen: applies clinical knowledge within legal frameworks and court expectationsLeadership: effectively supervises, coaches, and develops professional staffCommunication: delivers clear, structured written and verbal information, including in court settingsDecision-Making: operates independently in high-stakes environmentsCollaboration: builds alignment across multidisciplinary teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience with Washington civil commitment statute (RCW 71.05)Direct experience writing civil commitment petitionsPrior court testimony experience in a clinical capacityExperience supporting program expansion or new unit developmentBackground in forensic or state hospital settingsTo ApplyClick the green "APPLY" button and submit:Your resumeYour cover letter addressing required competenciesQuestions?Email recruiter Kris George at kris.george@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 01860.The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.Supplemental InformationPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. 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