Clinical Director

Clinical Director

Overview : The Clinical Director oversees clinical operations at the Harbor Light Center and Recovery Wellness Services, ensuring evidence-based care for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role manages assessments, treatment planning, and transitions between detox and ongoing care, while maintaining full regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Program Management : Design and manage recovery curriculum for Harbor Light and Recovery Wellness Services. Coordinate transitions between withdrawal management and treatment, including referrals. Conduct SUD assessments with the TCU 5 tool for DPH-funded detox and residential programs at RWS and HLC. Ensure counseling and client documentation in WellSky, Avatar, and other EHRs meet licensing requirements. Train, supervise, and mentor clinical staff in MI, SMI curriculum, and counseling; provide ongoing training and evaluations. Oversee client treatment plans and services. Conduct weekly case conferences. Handle grievances per California Department of Healthcare Services requirements. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Provide trauma-informed, client-centered care for clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Planning and Development : Represent the Executive Director in clinical planning and development meetings. Assist in developing strategic partnerships and expansion opportunities. Contribute to strategic planning, program development, and outcome monitoring; recommend improvements based on community needs. Maintain high standards per National Social Services Standards. Support growth through grant writing and fundraising.
• Administrative : Maintain Harbor Light Program policy and procedure manual. Assist with HIPAA and Title 42 CFR Part 2 compliance attestations. Ensure clients meet San Francisco and California health regulations with proper documentation. Keep client records complete, accurate, and audit-ready. Oversee audit preparation and regulatory compliance. Other related duties as required.

Education and Experience : Master's degree in social work, counseling or related field (required). CA State Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) (required). NP, PA, RN, RPh, LCP, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, or related. Experience addressing substance abuse, mental health, and other barriers to self-sufficiency. First Aid and CPR certification (within first fourteen days of employment company provided). Tuberculosis clearance (within first seven days of employment company provided).

Skills and Abilities : Skilled in supporting clients with SMI using Motivational Interviewing (MI). Ability to manage and train a team. Excellent clinical and program leadership skills. Proficient in Avatar and Wellsky systems.

Equipment Used : Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

Physical Requirements : Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)

ADA Statement : Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

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Qualifications :

Skills Required : CPR / AED : Novice

Education Required : Masters or better in Counseling Psychology, Masters or better in Social Work

Licenses & Certifications Required : TB cleared certificate, Licensed Social Wrkr, Clinical Social Worker

Background Check Preferred

Experience Preferred : Experience addressing substance abuse, mental health, and other barriers to self-sufficiency

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