Position Overview
The Clinical Supervisor is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) responsible for providing clinical oversight, supervision, and leadership to licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based mental health services while maintaining compliance with state regulations, organizational policies, and best clinical practices.
The Clinical Supervisor provides supervision, consultation, and clinical guidance, and may maintain a limited caseload as assigned. This position collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and organizational leadership to support effective, client-centered care.
Key Responsibilities Clinical Supervision & Oversight
- Provide individual and/or group clinical supervision to clinicians in accordance with state licensure requirements for LISW and LPCC supervision.
- Review, approve, and provide feedback on clinical documentation, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Ensure clinical services are delivered using evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.
- Provide consultation on complex cases and support ethical decision-making.
- Monitor clinician performance and support professional development.
Direct Clinical Services (As Assigned)
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care).
- Address a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relational issues.
- Create a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive therapeutic environment.
Assessments & Diagnosis
- Conduct and/or review comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
- Ensure accurate diagnosis using DSM-5 criteria.
- Support clinicians in clinical formulation and diagnostic clarity.
Treatment Planning
- Oversee development and ongoing review of individualized treatment plans.
- Ensure treatment plans include measurable goals, objectives, and appropriate interventions.
- Approve treatment plan updates based on clinical progress and outcomes.
Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
- Maintain compliance with state regulations, ethical standards, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
- Participate in quality assurance, audits, and corrective action processes as needed.
Crisis Intervention & Risk Management
- Provide clinical oversight during client crises, including assessment of risk to self or others.
- Guide clinicians in safety planning, mandated reporting, and referrals to higher levels of care.
- Ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up related to critical incidents.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatry, case management, and medical providers.
- Participate in leadership meetings, case conferences, and program development initiatives.
- Provide clinical input into policies, procedures, and service improvements.
Professional Development
- Mentor clinicians in skill development, ethical practice, and professional growth.
- Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, regulatory changes, and licensure requirements.
- Complete required continuing education to maintain licensure and supervisory credentials.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
- Active, unrestricted state licensure as an LISW or LPCC (required).
- Meets state requirements to provide clinical supervision.
- Demonstrated experience in clinical therapy, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
- Strong knowledge of DSM-5, evidence-based practices, and ethical standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience providing clinical supervision.
- Experience in community-based, school-based, or outpatient behavioral health settings.
- Specialized training in trauma-informed care, substance use treatment, or evidence-based modalities.
Work Environment
Community mental health, outpatient, or school-based setting.
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
License/Certification:
LISW or LPCC (Required)
Work Location: In person
