Clinical Director

Position: Clinical Director

Competition Number: 2026-064

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington area

Hourly Rate: $ 60.79 - $ 74.68

Job Status: Full-time temporary up to 12 months, with intention of permanence, funding dependent

Union/Non-Union: Non-Union

Vacancies: One (1). This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization

Job Summary

A member of the AMHS-KFLA Senior Leadership Team, and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Clinical Director is responsible for the oversight and leadership of community addictions and mental health programs associated with the assigned portfolio. This includes accountability for the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of agency programs based on client centred, evidence based best practices.

Programs and services reporting into this portfolio support individuals with serious mental health and substance use concerns in both a rural and city setting. Leading an integrated team of program managers and professionals, the incumbent will provide strong clinical leadership for the agency along with appropriate policies and procedures to ensure the provision of collaborative quality services that are consistent, timely and effective to support the objectives of the organization.

In addition to clinical and service program management, the Clinical Director will take an active role in ensuring the Agency and Leadership team achieve desired outcomes, this includes involvement and management responsibilities related to finances, quality, partnerships and human resources within the portfolio.

As a senior leader, the Clinical Director embodies the spirit of the Agency’s Mission, Vision and Values and is a role model demonstrating inclusion and support for a safe and healthy workplace.

NOTE: The initial program assignments for this position are: Kingston Case Management, Justice Services, Addictions, Counselling and Treatment and Rural Services.These assignments are under review and subject to change as the Agency evolves and adapts to changing needs, new programs and services.

Minimum Qualifications

• University Degree in a health-related discipline; clinical counselling, psychology, social work, health administration, occupational therapy or nursing. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice with respective regulatory College, if applicable.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible staff and clinical services management preferably leading multiple functions and in a health care or not for profit settings, preferred.
• Experience with inter-professional processes in the delivery of person-centred, including recovery-oriented care.
• Experience and familiarity with professional standards of practice and with applicable legislation including, but not limited, Landlord Tenant Relations Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, and professional-specific acts.
• Experience and knowledge of and the ability to work with Microsoft products, including Office 365, as well as health information and clinical assessment systems.
• Experience preparing and reporting information to Leadership teams and/or Board of Directors.
• Experience within a unionized environment, an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth Knowledge and understanding of related legislation (e.g. Public Hospitals Act, Mental Health Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Consent, etc.), Occupational Health & Safety Act, Human Rights Code, etc.
• Excellent leadership, change management and team building skills with the demonstrated ability to motivate and coach staff in a collaborative way.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work well with staff at all organizational levels and to present information to the Leadership and Management Teams in a meaningful way.
• Well-developed problem-solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of computer applications including HRIS and web service systems.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have regular access to a reliable vehicle and provide proof of adequate vehicle insurance.
• Required to provide a satisfactory criminal reference check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector screen prior to hire.
• French Language proficiency considered an asset.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as one document only quoting Competition Number 2026-064 to: ***email_hidden***

AMHS-KFLA strives to be a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community and enhance our ability to provide quality services to our clients.

We are committed to accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources to discuss your individual accessibility needs.

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