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Clinical Director

Samba Recovery

Garden, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Case Management, Clinical Competency, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Study Publications, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Customer Service Operations, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Drug Development, Family Social Work, Health Plan, Healthcare Quality, Leadership, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Medical Record System, Medical Treatment, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, PHP Scripting Language (PHP Hypertext Preprocessor), Patient Care, Policy Evaluation, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Samba, Social Work, Staff Development, Staff Training, Startup, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, The Joint Commission (TJC), Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Garden, GA
POSTED
5 days ago
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: Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and oversight to therapists, counselors, case managers, and interns in accordance with Georgia licensing board standards Conduct regular individual and group supervision, ensuring adherence to ethical standards, documentation requirements, and evidence-based treatment protocols Oversee the clinical integrity and quality of care across outpatient PHP, IOP, and OP DTX levels of care Ensure appropriate assessment, treatment planning, and continuity of care for all clients Provide individual, group, and family therapy as needed to support client care and program operations Maintain the ability to carry a caseload, as needed, while balancing leadership responsibilities 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 Complete regular and monthly chart audits within the EHR system (KIPU) Lead treatment team meetings, case consultations, and multidisciplinary care coordination Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance feedback Collaborate with executive leadership to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical policies, procedures, and programming Participate in licensing, accreditation, and audit preparation as needed Clinical Director Qualifications: Active Georgia clinical license with supervisory eligibility or credential required (LPC-S, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent with supervisory endorsement) Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field from a regionally accredited institution Minimum of 2–3 years of post-licensure clinical experience in substance use and/or behavioral health treatment settings Prior experience in inpatient detox and/or residential treatment strongly preferred Previous experience supervising or mentoring clinical staff preferred Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities, clinical documentation standards, and regulatory requirements Familiarity with Georgia state regulations and The Joint Commission standards Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills ​​Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team 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. Texting Privacy Policy and Information: Message type: Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Message frequency will vary depending on the application process. Msg & data rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting "Stop". Powered by JazzHR PIaa8f623cae85-25448-408101415c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386

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