Child Partial Supervisor - Erie County, Union City

Bethesda; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Health Insurance

Paid time off

12 paid holidays per year

EAP

FSA

Employer-paid Life & Disability

Job summary

Bethesda Lutheran Services in Union City, PA seeks a Child Partial Supervisor to oversee daily operations of Acute/Non-Acute Partial Hospitalization programs, coordinate client care and supervise staff.

You will ensure safe, effective, and individualized services for children and adolescents with mental health challenges, while maintaining regulatory compliance. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to youth mental health.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human services-related field is required.
• At least two years of child care or supervisory experience are required.
• Clearances include FBI, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Pennsylvania State Police; driver clearances may be required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and review client intakes with treatment team.
• Plan, implement, and participate in daily and weekly therapeutic activities.
• Provide individual counseling to clients as needed.
• Supervise clients and maintain a safe, structured environment by enforcing program policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation including daily progress notes and case notes.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with the Partial Hospitalization team.
• Develop and implement summer programming and curriculum for Partial Hospitalization programs.
• Ensure program compliance with Office of Mental Health guidelines.
• Supervise staff with daily guidance and weekly supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Child and adolescent behavior

De-escalation

Office basics

Education

Master’s degree in human services-related field

Job description

Child Partial Supervisor │ Erie County - Union City

Lead with purpose. Support your team. Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents.

About the Role:

Betesda Lutheran Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Partial Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our Acute/Non-Acute Partial Hospitalization programs. This leadership role is responsible for coordinating client care, guiding treatment planning, supervising staff, and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and individualized services to children and adolescents experiencing mental health and emotional challenges.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and team leader who is passionate about youth mental health, staff development, and maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance.

Salary: $52,000 - $58,240 based on experience

Job Title: Child Partial Supervisor

Location: Union City, Erie County, Pennsylvania

Key Responsibilities:

• Screen and review client intakes and referrals in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Plan, implement, and participate in daily and weekly therapeutic activities.
• Provide individual counseling to clients as needed.
• Supervise clients and maintain a safe, structured environment by reinforcing program policies and procedures, monitoring client whereabouts, identifying potential concerns, and remaining alert to safety issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including daily progress notes and case notes.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the Partial Hospitalization team.
• Develop and implement summer programming and curriculum for the Acute and Non-Acute Partial Hospitalization programs.
• Ensure program compliance with applicable Office of Mental Health guidelines.
• Supervise staff by providing daily guidance, ongoing support, and weekly individual supervision.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Perform job duties in alignment with the mission and values of Bethesda Lutheran Services.
• Follow all agency policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with agency personnel and outside agencies, including Children and Youth Services (CYS), Juvenile Probation Office (JPO), and school districts.

Required Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of typical and atypical child and adolescent behavior.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adolescents experiencing mental health and emotional challenges.
• Ability to de-escalate emotionally charged or potentially violent situations using the least restrictive approach possible.
• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including printers, fax machines, and copiers.

Required Education, Experience, and Clearances:

• A master’s degree in a human services-related field and at least two years of child care and/or supervisory experience are required.
• Required clearances include FBI, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Pennsylvania State Police clearances, along with driver clearances. Additional clearances may be required based on residency history.

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid time off: Including vacation, personal, and sick time
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Aflac
• Pet Insurance
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement

"Our services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law."