Clinical Supervisor

Child & Family Services; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO, holidays

Medical insurance options

Dental insurance options

Vision insurance options

HSA

PSLF eligibility

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Child and Family Services in Buffalo, NY seeks a Clinical Supervisor to lead outpatient mental health staff, provide supervision, and maintain a small caseload while ensuring quality care and compliance.

You will supervise therapists, onboard new clinicians, manage scheduling, participate in meetings, and advocate for culturally responsive practices, with a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed in New York State for appropriate clinical license (LCSW/LMHC-D/LMFT-D or LMSW/LMHC/LMFT).
• Experience supervising mental health staff and evaluating clinicians.
• Proficient with Credible EHR and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular individual and group supervision to clinicians and conduct performance evaluations.
• Lead onboarding, interviewing, and training of new staff.
• Maintain a small clinical caseload with assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Caseload Management

Education

New York State professional license (LCSW/LMHC-D/LMFT-D or LMSW/LMHC/LMFT)

Tools

Credible EHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a mission-driven team committed to delivering exceptional mental health care.
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Supervisor to provide leadership, supervision, and support to our outpatient mental health staff. This vital role ensures high-quality clinical care, fosters team development, and upholds agency policies and compliance standards. The Clinical Supervisor will also maintain a small clinical caseload to stay connected to the therapeutic work.

A Day in the life as the Clinical Supervisor

• Provide regular individual and group supervision to mental health counselors, including written performance evaluations addressing clinical and administrative expectations (e.g. clinical quality and client contact standards)
• Conduct performance evaluations and ensure that client services, standards and practices are provided to the satisfaction of the community and governing bodies (e.g. OMH)
• Lead interviewing, onboarding, and training of new clinical staff.
• Manage and maintains manpower resources; time, attendance records and oversee staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for program
• Participate in leading monthly clinic meetings, and provide in-service training to clinicians as needs are identified
• Uphold culturally responsive practices and promote a respectful, inclusive work environment.
• Participate in agency-wide quality improvement and strategic initiatives.
• Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft based products and agency programs such as Credible (EHR).
• Maintain positive working relationships with program staff and others within the agency; demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills during interactions with internal and external collaterals

Direct Clinical Work

• Maintain a small case load providing mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to a diverse population of individuals and families
• Complete and maintain electronic client files, administrative tasks and statistical reports in a timely manner
• Provide case management, advocacy, linkage and referrals to community resources as neededPrepare clinical documentation, reports, and maintain up-to-date client records using the agency's EHR (Credible).
• Engage in ongoing professional development and best practices, including cultural competence and trauma-informed care.

What has prepared you for this role?

• Licensed in New York State as one of the following:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-D) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT-D) is preferred
• LMSW, LMHC and LMFT with a combination of relevant experience would be considered
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of specified mental disorders; comprehensive mental health assessments; theories and practice of clinical supervision
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills in both organizational and interpersonal matters
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge and support for the agency mission, values and philosophy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records (preferably Credible).
• A valid NYS driver’s license and active auto insurance.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for growth and leadership development
• Ongoing training and continuing education support
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in your community

Competitive Salary of $68,500- $78,500 per year, based on education and experience.

C+FS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and their families and help to create a healthy work environment

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and bereavement time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions

Shift Information:

• Flexible weekday schedule, with 2 evenings a week
• Hybrid in office and remote schedule options available

Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Child and Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child and Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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