The Salvation Army Southern California
Clinical Director
The Salvation Army Southern California, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Clinical Director
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The Salvation Army Southern California
Overview The Clinical Director oversees clinical operations at the Harbor Light Center (HLC) and Recovery Wellness Services (RWS), 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.
Pay Range 160K-165K Annually
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.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At-Will Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in written by an authorized executive of this organization.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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Clinical Director
role at
The Salvation Army Southern California
Overview The Clinical Director oversees clinical operations at the Harbor Light Center (HLC) and Recovery Wellness Services (RWS), 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.
Pay Range 160K-165K Annually
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.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At-Will Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in written by an authorized executive of this organization.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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