Job Description
Job Description
Clinical Director Overview:
Samba Recovery at Savannah is seeking a Licensed Clinical Director to lead the clinical vision and day-to-day oversight of an outpatient facility that provides PHP, IOP, and OP Detox levels of care to patients with substance use disorder. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.
The Clinical Director will provide clinical leadership, supervision, and program oversight while partnering closely with executive and medical leadership to build a strong clinical program. This role is ideal for an experienced Georgia-licensed clinician with supervisory credentials who is energized by startup environments and committed to clinical excellence, ethical care, and staff development.
Clinical Director Responsibilities:
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Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and oversight to therapists, counselors, case managers, and interns in accordance with Georgia licensing board standards
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Conduct regular individual and group supervision, ensuring adherence to ethical standards, documentation requirements, and evidence-based treatment protocols
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Oversee the clinical integrity and quality of care across outpatient PHP, IOP, and OP DTX levels of care
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Ensure appropriate assessment, treatment planning, and continuity of care for all clients
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Provide individual, group, and family therapy as needed to support client care and program operations
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Maintain the ability to carry a caseload, as needed, while balancing leadership responsibilities
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Review, approve, and monitor clinical documentation including biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes to ensure compliance with Georgia regulations and The Joint Commission standards
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Complete regular and monthly chart audits within the EHR system (KIPU)
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Lead treatment team meetings, case consultations, and multidisciplinary care coordination
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Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance feedback
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Collaborate with executive leadership to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical policies, procedures, and programming
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Participate in licensing, accreditation, and audit preparation as needed
Clinical Director Qualifications:
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Active Georgia clinical license with supervisory eligibility or credential required (LPC-S, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent with supervisory endorsement)
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Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field from a regionally accredited institution
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Minimum of 2–3 years of post-licensure clinical experience in substance use and/or behavioral health treatment settings
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Prior experience in inpatient detox and/or residential treatment strongly preferred
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Previous experience supervising or mentoring clinical staff preferred
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Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities, clinical documentation standards, and regulatory requirements
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Familiarity with Georgia state regulations and The Joint Commission standards
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Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
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Proficiency in EHR systems; KIPU experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k)
- Supportive and mission-driven work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and supervision
About Samba Recovery:
Samba Recovery is committed to helping individuals reclaim their lives through compassionate, evidence-based care. We believe in whole-person healing and are building a culture grounded in integrity, teamwork, accountability, and clinical excellence.
Join a leadership team with the opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up and make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
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