Clinical Training Manager for Abu Dhabi Healthcare Clinic

DIKTUCOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a professional for a permanent role focused on designing and implementing clinical training programs within mental health and addiction services. The successful candidate will ensure patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires a strong background in clinical training, with significant experience in managing detoxification programs and delivering training for nursing teams. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years clinical experience in mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver evidence-based clinical training programs.
• Monitor and evaluate clinical training outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical training program development

Risk management

Patient safety

Crisis management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree in Mental Health or related field

Job description

Overview

Client > Abu Dhabi Healthcare Clinic

Role

The role > The role ensures the design, implementation, and governance of comprehensive clinical training and competency programs across mental health, addiction, and detox services, with a strong focus on patient safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance. It supports adherence to licensing and accreditation standards, strengthens clinical governance, and ensures clinicians are equipped to manage high-risk scenarios including withdrawal management, safeguarding, and dual-diagnosis care. The role also serves as a key strategic partner in shaping the facility’s clinical culture, fostering a learning environment that prioritizes continuous improvement, innovation, and evidence-based practice.

Tasks/Activities assigned

Designs structured, evidence-based training programs tailored to mental health, addiction, detoxification, and rehabilitation services. Delivers engaging classroom, simulation, and practical training for multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, therapists, counselors, and clinical support staff; Adapts training to meet the needs of staff with varying clinical experience, ensuring safe and effective patient care in high-risk detox and rehab settings; Develops and maintains clinical competency frameworks aligned with regulatory standards and evidence-based practice; Monitors supervision outcomes and competency data to identify gaps and implement targeted development plans; Develops and delivers training programs that promote safe clinical practice and minimize risks in mental health, addiction, and detox care; Monitors and evaluates clinical incidents, near misses, and audit findings to identify training needs and mitigate future risks; Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards related to patient safety, clinical governance, and ethical practice; Promotes a culture of safety by encouraging reporting, reflective practice, and continuous learning across all clinical teams

Requirements of the position

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related mental health discipline is required; Master’s degree in Mental Health, Clinical Education, Addiction Studies, Rehabilitation, or a related field is preferred; NLT ten (10) clinical experience in mental health, addiction, detox, or rehabilitation settings; 3–5 years in clinical training, education, or supervision roles, preferably in multidisciplinary healthcare teams; Hands-on experience in managing detoxification programs, rehabilitation planning, relapse prevention, and dual-diagnosis care; Proven track record in developing and delivering training programs for nurses; Experience in high-risk and acute care environments, including crisis management, safeguarding, and patient safety initiatives

Period of engagement

Permanent

Start-date

Immediate when availability

Workload/Location

Abu Dhabi

Engagement Model

FTE