Nursing Home Clinical Supervisor – TBS (Nursing Home Program)
Location: Partner Nursing Homes – Cleveland, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time
We are a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health and therapeutic services to vulnerable populations. We specialize in bringing structured, person-centered behavioral health programming into long-term care settings, helping older adults and medically complex residents improve their emotional well-being, coping skills, and overall quality of life through evidence-based interventions.
We are currently seeking an experienced and independently licensed Nursing Home Clinical Supervisor – TBS (LPCC-S or LISW-S) to provide clinical leadership and oversight for our Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) programming across multiple partner nursing homes and long-term care facilities in the Cleveland, Ohio area. This pivotal role ensures the delivery of compliant, effective, and resident-focused behavioral health services while mentoring and developing a multidisciplinary team of behavioral health providers, including group facilitators and therapists.
Key Responsibilities
Supervision & Clinical Oversight
- Provide regular individual and group clinical supervision to qualified behavioral health staff, including LPCs, LSWs, Qualified Mental Health Specialists (QMHS), and Chemical Dependency Counselors (CDCAs).
- Ensure all clinical documentation meets or exceeds Medicaid, state, agency, and professional ethical standards.
- Mentor and support staff development through ongoing training, constructive performance feedback, and professional growth opportunities.
- Guide the team in delivering evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered clinical interventions.
- Conduct case consultations, support risk assessments, and assist staff with crisis intervention and de-escalation.
- Lead initial onboarding and continuous training for group facilitators and behavioral health team members.
- Identify training needs and facilitate skill-building initiatives to enhance service quality and team competence.
- Promote the consistent implementation of person-centered care approaches tailored to the unique needs of geriatric and medically complex residents.
Program Management & Collaboration
- Oversee the successful implementation and ongoing delivery of TBS group programming in alignment with individualized treatment plans and all regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with nursing facility staff, interdisciplinary care teams, and internal leadership to ensure coordinated, integrated service delivery.
- Participate in program evaluation, quality assurance activities, and clinical audits to maintain high standards of care.
- Attend and contribute to team meetings, internal leadership discussions, and regular communications with partner nursing facilities.
Direct Services & Coverage
- Provide direct clinical services, including assessments, treatment planning, and group facilitation, to ensure service continuity and address emergent resident needs.
- Offer clinical consultation to staff and facility teams regarding resident engagement, behavioral concerns, and mental health support.
- Ensure all treatment plans and services remain clinically appropriate, medically necessary, and fully compliant with Medicaid and organizational standards.
Qualifications
Required
- Active and unrestricted Ohio licensure as an LPCC-S or LISW-S (LICDC-S-CS will also be considered).
- Minimum of 2 years of post-independently licensed clinical experience, including supervisory designation.
- Demonstrated experience delivering Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), or similar structured behavioral health services.
- Strong background working with geriatric populations and/or medically complex individuals in long-term care or similar settings.
- Solid understanding of Medicaid billing, documentation requirements, and compliance standards.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to work independently while traveling between multiple off-site partner facilities.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the Cleveland area.
Preferred
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility environments.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems (training provided).
- Certification or specialized training in trauma-informed care (or willingness to obtain within the first 90 days).
- Flexibility and adaptability to varying facility cultures, team dynamics, and daily operational needs.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time position with a standard schedule of 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Compensation is competitive and ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional perks include:
- Referral bonuses
- CEU (Continuing Education Unit) support
- Generous PTO: 18 days of paid time off plus 6 paid holidays and a floating birthday holiday
- Opportunities for professional growth into broader clinical leadership roles
If you are a compassionate, organized clinical leader passionate about improving behavioral health outcomes for older adults in nursing home settings, we encourage you to apply.
