Senior Manager, Associate Clinician Program
Mood Health
San Francisco, CA, USA
USD 40-70 / hour
Senior Manager, Associate Clinician Program
Job details
Pay
- $40 - $70 an hour
BenefitsPulled from the full job description
- Paid training
Full job description
About Mood Health
Mood Health is changing how people access mental health care. We believe care should be personal, human, and accessible—and that every patient deserves a provider who truly fits their needs. That's why we carefully match each client with the right clinician.
Our mission is simple and powerful: empower people to heal, grow, and thrive. We know mental health is just as essential as physical health, and authentic human connection drives everything we do. Through video visits, our expert clinicians deliver therapy and medication management from the comfort of home.
Role Summary
As the Senior Manager of the Associate Clinician Program, you will own the full lifecycle of associate therapists at Mood Health—from onboarding and supervision to performance, development, compliance, and clinical quality.
This is not just a supervision role. You will act as the program architect and operator, responsible for ensuring that associate clinicians are:
- Delivering safe, high-quality care
- Fully compliant with regulatory and payer requirements
- Supported, developed, and retained
- Integrated into a scalable, high-performing clinical system
You will lead and evolve a best-in-class program that balances clinical excellence, operational rigor, and human-centered support, while partnering closely with Clinical Leadership, Operations, and Recruiting.
What You'll Do
Program Ownership & Strategy
- Own the end-to-end Associate Clinician Program, including structure, standards, and outcomes
- Define what "great" looks like for associate performance, experience, and progression
- Build scalable systems to support growth across supervisors, and care models
- Establish KPIs (quality, compliance, retention, patient outcomes) and continuously improve against them
- Conduct clinical interviews for associate clinicians and clinical supervisors
Clinical Quality, Safety & Oversight
- Set and enforce clinical quality standards across all associate-delivered care
- Oversee high-risk and complex cases, ensuring appropriate escalation pathways
- Partner with Clinical Leadership on risk management, incident review, and quality improvement
- Ensure consistency in clinical decision-making, documentation, and patient care standards
Supervision Model & Excellence
- Design and maintain a high-quality, scalable supervision model (not just compliance-based, but developmental)
- Ensure supervision meets all BBS and state regulatory requirements while also driving clinical growth
- Build calibration systems so supervision is consistent, rigorous, and aligned across supervisors
- Step in for coverage, escalation, or supervisor support when needed
Supervisor Leadership & Development
- Interview, train, and develop a strong bench of supervisors
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management for supervisors
- Create clear expectations, training pathways, and evaluation frameworks
- Foster a culture of accountability, support, and clinical excellence
Associate Experience, Growth & Retention
- Design a structured, supportive associate journey from onboarding ramp independence
- Build programming around clinical skill development, confidence, and career progression
- Ensure associates feel supported, connected, and set up for success in a remote environment
- Identify and address early signs of burnout, underperformance, or disengagement
Compliance & Regulatory Excellence
- Ensure full compliance with:
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- State licensing boards (e.g., BBS requirements)
- Supervision ratios, documentation, and tracking
- Payer and audit requirements
- Own supervision documentation standards and audit readiness
- Partner with Credentialing and Compliance teams to proactively manage risk
Program Operations & Cross-Functional Integration
- Partner with:
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- Recruiting (candidate quality, hiring profiles)
- Operations (workflow, scheduling, productivity)
- Credentialing (licensure, supervision requirements)
- Build systems, tools, and workflows that make the program efficient and scalable
- Standardize processes across onboarding, supervision, documentation, and performance management
Performance Management & Accountability
- Define and enforce clear expectations for associate clinicians
- Lead performance management, including coaching plans and improvement pathways
- Ensure timely intervention when performance, quality, or compliance concerns arise
Therapy Caseload
- Maintain a minimum caseload of 5 clients per week
Who You Are
- Active, unrestricted clinical LCSW license (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, Psychologist)
- Meets BBS requirements for providing clinical supervision
- 5+ years of post-licensure clinical experience
- 2+ years experience supervising or mentoring clinicians
- Strong knowledge of ethical standards, risk management, and clinical best practices
- Familiar with BBS Regulations regarding Associate and Supervisor requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a leadership or program development role
- Familiarity with telehealth or remote care models
- Strong organizational, communication, and training skills
- Experience implementing and coaching clinicians on performance improvement plans
- Technical and technology skills
Success in This Role Looks Like
- High-quality, consistent supervision across all teams
- Confident, well-supported supervisors and clinicians
- Strong compliance and reduced clinical risk
- Continuous improvement of supervision practices
Compensation
- $70 per encounter for client caseload
- $65-70 per hour for all clinical lead related duties
- $40 per hour for all no shows, training rate
Why Join Mood
- Be part of a mission-driven company redefining mental healthcare
- Directly shape how the next generation of clinicians is trained and supported
- High-impact, high-ownership role with visibility across the organization
- Collaborative, fast-moving environment where your work truly matters
EEO Statement:
At MOOD, we believe great care starts with a great team—and great teams are diverse. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all races, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. No matter where you come from, what you believe, or how you identify, you are welcome here. We're committed to fair hiring practices and fostering an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe in the power of differences—and we're glad you're considering joining us.
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