Director, Psychosocial Interventions - Addiction

About the role

The Director, Psychosocial Interventions (PSI) provides strategic leadership, direction and oversight for the development, delivery and continuous improvement of Naufar's psychosocial interventions services. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the role is accountable for a comprehensive psychosocial service strategy that supports the organization's mission, strategic objectives, model of care and commitment to patient outcomes. It also advises the Chief Medical Officer on psychosocial services, clinical practice, workforce planning and service transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives that integrate psychosocial interventions across clinical programs and align them with organizational priorities and patient-centred care.
• Develop and lead the long-term strategic vision, objectives and operational plans for Psychosocial Interventions services.
• Establish and maintain the governance framework, quality assurance structure and clinical oversight mechanisms, including clinical governance systems and compliance with standards, accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development, implementation, evaluation and enhancement of psychosocial intervention programs and therapeutic services, championing evidence-based practice and innovation.
• Drive service redesign and outcome measurement frameworks to improve accessibility, effectiveness, efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Provide strategic and professional leadership to multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration across clinical, medical, nursing, allied health, recovery, education and community services.
• Oversee policies, procedures and clinical practice standards, and prepare the department for regulatory reviews, audits, inspections and accreditation assessments.

Required profile

• Doctorate (PhD, PsyD, DClinPsy, EdD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Master's degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Behavioural Health, Healthcare Administration, Public Health or a related field; alternatively a Bachelor's degree in a related healthcare discipline.
• Minimum 12-15 years of progressive experience in behavioural health, addiction treatment, mental health, psychosocial interventions or related healthcare settings.
• Minimum 7 years in progressive senior leadership or director-level positions.
• Experience leading research, innovation or academic initiatives.