Residential Clinical Director

About Our Organization

The Latin American Health Alliance (LAHA) is a dedicated non-profit organization based in Central Massachusetts, focused on improving the health and well-being of underserved communities, particularly Latinx population. We provide culturally sensitive addiction recovery services, healthcare access, and educational support. Our mission is to foster long-term health, stability, and empowerment, promoting sustainable solutions for individuals facing significant challenges related to substance use disorders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical operations including assessments, treatment planning, service delivery, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
• Oversee intake, screening, and admission processes, including ASAM placement criteria, eligibility verification, and coordination of referrals.
• Provide clinical oversight for crisis intervention, safety planning, behavioral escalations, and coordination with emergency or external providers when needed.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to a multidisciplinary team.
• Guide staff in the use of evidence-based practices: Motivational Interviewing, CBT, trauma-informed care, harm-reduction strategies, relapse prevention planning, and co-occurring disorder treatment.
• Promote a professional, ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive clinical environment for both clients and staff.
• Ensure strict adherence to HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and all privacy and security requirements for protected health information.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop, update, and enforce clinical policies, procedures, and workflows aligned with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Maintain compliance with DPH/BSAS, and support preparation for audits and corrective action plans.
• Support program development, clinical model design, and implementation of new services or treatment tracks.
• Utilize management & documentation: Complete and oversee insurance authorizations, concurrent reviews, continued stay requests, and clinical justifications in collaboration with utilization review and billing teams.

BENEFITS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• CEU Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Schedule