Civil Commitment Clinical Supervisor

Community Counseling Solutions; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 65,500 - 98,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K match

Potential for tuition reimbursement

Generous paid vacation

Paid holidays

Relocation Benefit

Student loan forgiveness

Paid licensure supervision

Job summary

Community Counseling Solutions in Hermiston, Oregon, is seeking a Civil Commitment Clinical Supervisor I to lead and oversee a team of mental health professionals. This role involves ensuring compliance with Oregon's administrative rules and providing high-quality clinical oversight.

You will work collaboratively with attorneys and agencies, manage civil commitment processes, and support clinicians in delivering evidence-based practices. A master’s degree in psychology or a related field and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and two years of post-graduate experience in clinical services.
• Knowledge of mental health and addictions treatment principles.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical work of assigned mental health clinicians.
• Conduct civil commitment investigations and monitor cases.
• Provide clinical supervision and ensure adherence to clinical standards.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication skills

Knowledge of mental health diagnoses

Decision-making skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or human services-related field

Job description

Job Title

Civil Commitment Clinical Supervisor I

Location

Office in Hermiston, Oregon (Regional position providing services in Umatilla, Morrow, Wheeler, Gilliam & Grant Oregon Counties)

FLSA

Exempt (Expectation of working 40 hours a week)

Supervisor

Forensics Program Manager

Pay Grade

Clinical Supervisor I B11 ($65,500-$98,300 annually, depending on experience)

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K match
• Potential for tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Relocation Benefit if moving over 100 miles of up to $4,000, depending on distance
• Student loan forgiveness
• Paid licensure supervision

Description

The Civil Commitment Clinical Supervisor, under the supervision of the Forensics Program Manager, is responsible for the day‑to‑day oversight of assigned mental health and/or addictions clinicians. The Clinical Supervisor plans, assigns, directs, and reviews the clinical work of Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHPs). They ensure that the relevant Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR’s) are adhered to, monitor quality assurance, and develop and monitor treatment protocols. Additionally, this position will be responsible for conducting mental health investigations, monitoring civil commitment cases, and assisting with the management of active civil commitment cases.

Supervision Received

This position is supervised by the Forensics Program Manager and supported by the Clinical Director & or Clinical Manager.

Supervision Exercised

This position directly supervises all assigned clinical staff in the mental health programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and oversight on a daily and regular basis to assigned clinicians, focusing on civil commitment investigator supervision. Ensure that care is of the highest clinical standards and consistent with CCS philosophy and policy.
• Become certified as a Mental Health Civil Commitment Investigator and maintain certification ongoing.
• Initiate holds, provide civil commitment investigations, and work with hospitals, case workers, the state, and other individuals/agencies for all individuals in the civil commitment process.
• Collaborate with attorneys, judges, and other legal entities to provide clinical insight and documentation during civil commitment hearings and reviews. Work closely with community partners to ensure positive relationships between CCS and partners.
• Ensure civil commitment data is collected and processed appropriately and reports are submitted in a timely fashion to the appropriate entities.
• Support transitions for individuals who are civilly committed or at risk of civil commitment, including those involved in the criminal‑legal system, to remain in the community and out of institutions.
• Advocate for diversion to civil commitment processes during transition and service coordination for individuals in the criminal‑legal system.
• Work with PSRB team to ensure that clients receive appropriate services, particularly with the extremely dangerous person’s commitments.
• Ensure that assigned clinicians are experienced in current evidence‑based practices (EBPs), implement EBP’s, and ensure the agency is meeting or exceeding standards of good clinical outcomes.
• Ensure all paperwork by the clinical staff is completed in a professional and timely manner and provide supervision when this goal is not met.
• Provide after‑hours emergency services on a 24‑hour rotating basis for adults and children. Includes telephone consultation and crisis intervention in the community. May also participate in backup on‑call supervisory rotation.
• Ensure knowledge and application of CCS personnel policies and procedures.
• Recruit, hire, and train new staff; provide supervision and conduct performance evaluations. Follow policies for employee discipline and termination when necessary. Resolve conflict as appropriate and provide positive leadership.
• When necessary, in consultation with the Program Manager, Clinical Manager, Clinical Director and/or the Executive Director, engage in disciplinary actions.
• Report all cases of abuse or neglect to the proper agency or ensure that all cases are reported. Provide follow‑up and complete investigative reports when required and implement safety plans.
• Maintain a small caseload; complete mental health investigations and civil commitment monitoring services. Ensure all paperwork is professional and timely.
• Provide utilization management for adults and children needing to access higher levels of care.
• Schedule and participate in meetings with other agencies to ensure continuity of service delivery and ensure CCS is highly regarded by other community partners.
• Follow the grievance process for customer complaints and work diligently to resolve complaints.
• Ensure the agency meets or exceeds all requirements for the relevant OAR’s, as well as the clinical contractual requirements as required by Greater Oregon Behavioral Health (GOBHI) and other mental health organizations.
• Ensure clients are scheduled in a timely manner.
• Ensure clinical staff coverage by overseeing vacations, sick leave, training, etc.
• Consult with prescribers to coordinate medical treatment.
• Work with Quality Assurance Coordinator to ensure that clinicians meet quality assurance standards.
• Participate in internal administrative meetings when requested. Hold regular clinical staff meetings.
• Communicate with members of the public to coordinate work programs, inform the public about services, and speak with groups about mental health and alcohol/drug programs.
• Serve on various boards or committees in the community as it relates to program services.
• Assist the Office Manager in ensuring a good working relationship between clerical and clinical staff and keeping lines of communication open.
• Administer forms for urinalysis testing (UAs); provide accurate information on UAs to clients, observe as needed, and record all pertinent information.
• Transport customers as needed.
• May be asked to participate in backup on‑call rotation for crisis services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited university in psychology, sociology or other human services‑related field and have two years of post‑graduate experience in the delivery of clinical services. Additional combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certifications

Certified Mental Health Investigator or ability to obtain certification.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and addictions and principles of counseling. Familiarity with ORSs/OARs related to involuntary commitments is preferred.
• Capacity to exercise independent judgement with well‑developed decision‑making, planning, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Proficient in effective communication and coordination skills with a diverse population including staff members, professional consultants, agencies, customers, and members of the general public.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and administrative rules related to mental health and chemical dependency.
• Ability to learn and implement CCS procedures, regulations, and requirements with respect to procurement, budget, safety, operations, and organization.
• Self‑motivated with the capability to supervise and delegate tasks effectively to subordinates; ability to work effectively with other employees and the general public.
• Good organisational and time management skills are essential.
• Can work with minimal supervision.
• Handles highly confidential information. Adheres to policies, rules, and laws pertaining to client confidentiality.
• Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to present and exchange information internally and externally. Information communicated ranges from routine/basic to complex and confidential.
• Valid driver’s licence. Insurable or carry insurance for client service purposes and for travel between offices, the community, and required meetings and trainings. Must pass all criminal history checks as required by ORS 181.536‑181.537 and OAR 410‑007‑0200 through 410‑007‑0380.
• Proficient typing with high speed and accuracy. Knowledge of basic office software programs and ability to use them effectively.

Physical Demands

While performing the essential duties, the employee is regularly required to use office automation including computer and phone systems that require fine manipulation, grasping, typing, and reaching. The employee is also regularly required to sit; talk and hear; use hands and fingers and handle or feel. The employee may occasionally stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel and/or squat when adjusting equipment or retrieving supplies. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee should possess a valid driver’s licence for vehicle travel when working on behalf of the agency. When serving in the on‑call rotation, the employee may be required to perform on less than optimal amounts of sleep.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office environment and in the community. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate, but offices may be exposed to occasional loud noises. Community settings can be unpredictable. Occasional out‑of‑area travel and overnight stays may be required for meetings and trainings. The position may require responding to client homes and other living environments, including uneven terrain, with limited handicap access. Employees may be exposed to everyday risks or discomforts; normal safety precautions typical of an office apply.