Clinical Director -Drug Abuse Treatment and Education Program (DATEP)

Position Overview:

Ser Familia is seeking a Clinical Director to provide clinical leadership and regulatory
oversight for its Drug Abuse Treatment and Education Program (DATEP). This role ensures high quality,
person-centered, recovery-oriented care and full compliance with Georgia DATEP, DBHDD, DCH, CARF
and related standards.

Key Responsibilities

 Provide clinical leadership and oversight for all DATEP clinical services and staff.
 Support a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented model of care for the
individuals and families we serve.
 Strengthen staff practice through supervision, coaching, quality improvement, and clinical
consultation.
 Ensure assessments, admissions, individualized treatment plans, progress documentation, and
discharge planning are completed accurately and on time.
 Review charts, monitor documentation quality, and ensure compliance with 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA,
and other applicable confidentiality standards.
 Lead quality assurance and performance improvement efforts, including chart reviews, outcome
monitoring, incident review, and corrective action planning.
 Support readiness for audits, site visits, licensing reviews, and other monitoring activities.
 Collaborate with executive leadership, compliance, and operations staff to strengthen workflows,
policies, and program performance.
 Provided direct clinical services to clients as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Must meet one of the qualification pathways permitted under Georgia Rule 111-8-19-.10:
 Licensed practitioner authorized under Georgia law to provide treatment, therapeutic advice, or
counseling for substance use disorders, such as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
 2 to 5 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment.
 Experience in outpatient or community-based behavioral health settings preferred.
 Knowledge of ASAM criteria and evidence-based treatment practices.
 Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision, staff development, and program oversight.

Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.
What We’re Looking For
 Strong clinical judgment and leadership.
 Knowledge of substance use treatment, recovery models, and person-centered care.
 Ability to interpret and implement DBHDD, DCH, DATEP and CARF requirements.
 Commitment to quality improvement, ethical practice, and accountability.
 Experience supporting diverse communities with cultural humility and trauma-informed practice.
 Ability to build trust with staff, participants, families, and community partners.

Position Details

 Reports to: Chief Programs Officer
 Supervises: Clinical staff, counselors, and assigned program personnel
 Status: Full-Time Employee
 Work setting: Outpatient counseling and education with a community-based service delivery