Director of Clinical Services
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Director of Clinical Services | Twelve Oaks Recovery Center | Fully Onsite in Navarre, FLSalary Range: $100,000-120,000 annually
Why You'll Love This Role
We know exceptional leaders deserve exceptional support. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:
- Relocation Assistance – Generous relocation support to help make your transition seamless.
- Professional Growth & Career Development – We are committed to investing in your long-term success and leadership journey.
- Executive Mentorship & Clinical Support – Partner with experienced corporate clinical leaders who will support you from day one.
- Competitive Compensation & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding salary package designed to recognize your expertise and impact.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and dedicated time to support your well-being.
- Industry-Leading Training & Resources – Access to ongoing education, leadership development, and clinical best practices.
About Twelve Oaks Recovery Center
Located in beautiful Navarre, Florida, just outside Pensacola, Twelve Oaks Recovery Center has been helping individuals achieve lasting recovery for more than 30 years. The facility provides a full continuum of care, including detoxification, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and specialized programs for adults struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Twelve Oaks also offers dedicated programming for military members, veterans, and first responders, delivering individualized, evidence-based care in a supportive healing environment.
About the Role
Are you a passionate clinical leader dedicated to helping individuals transform their lives through recovery? Twelve Oaks Recovery Center is seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Services to lead and enhance our clinical programs, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, clinical excellence, and operational success.
In this key leadership role, you will provide strategic oversight for clinical services across the continuum of addiction and mental health treatment. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, support the implementation of evidence-based practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while helping shape the future of one of Florida's premier recovery centers.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Clinical Leadership & OperationsProvide strategic leadership and oversight for all clinical services and programming.Lead daily clinical operations, budget management, service delivery initiatives, and strategic planning.Serve as a member of the hospital leadership team, driving organizational success and quality patient outcomes.Promote collaboration, accountability, efficiency, and patient-centered care across departments.
Staff Development & Supervision
Recruit, mentor, supervise, and develop therapists, social workers, and clinical staff.Provide consultation and oversight for treatment planning, care coordination, and crisis intervention.Ensure staff are trained in and consistently utilize evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, and measurement-based care. Monitor licensure, certifications, professional development, and performance management activities.
Program Development & Quality Improvement
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment programs that improve patient outcomes and support recovery Evaluate key performance metrics, including patient satisfaction, treatment effectiveness, length of stay, and discharge success.Conduct clinical audits to ensure quality documentation, regulatory compliance, and fidelity to treatment models.Support strong continuity of care through effective discharge planning and community partnerships.
Compliance & Patient SafetyEnsure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state licensing, and other applicable regulatory standards.Oversee performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.Champion best practices in patient safety, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention.Ensure accurate clinical documentation and adherence to standards of care.
Community Engagement & Partnership DevelopmentCollaborate with hospital leadership to align clinical services with organizational goals and values.Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, healthcare providers, and community organizations.Participate in business development efforts, educational events, and outreach initiatives to expand access to behavioral healthcare services.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Current independent clinical license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist, or equivalent).
- 4+ years of clinical experience with the population served.
- 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, CARF, and other regulatory standards.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- LCSW strongly preferred.
- Experience with substance use treatment or other specialty behavioral health programs.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. In accordance with Florida law, employers must provide applicants with direct access to information about the state’s background screening requirements.
To learn more about disqualifying offenses, exemption procedures, and screening timelines, please visit the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applicants are encouraged to review these requirements before applying.
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