Clinical Supervisor

Harmony Health Group; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Health Group is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to assist the Clinical Director in overseeing and developing the Clinical department, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and scheduling.

The role requires providing clinical training to staff and interns, maintaining a positive attitude toward the company, and collaborating with management on strategic planning and department-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental health field is required.
• Licensed in the state (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or LCDC) with current good standing.
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible mental health and substance use program management and staff supervision.
• Experience in chemical dependency/substance use or human services preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinical department in the absence of the Clinical Director.
• Conduct group supervision twice monthly and individual supervision monthly.
• Coordinate interviews for hiring new clinical staff.
• Initiate, implement and monitor evidence-based practices.
• Develop group schedules and staff assignments with Clinical Director.
• Provide ongoing clinical training to staff and interns.
• Audit clinical paperwork for compliance.
• Communicate UR reviews and insurance/discharge statuses with Case Management.

Skills

Staff supervision

Clinical training

Team management

Communication skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Active listening

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in mental health

Licensed LMHC/LCSW/LMFT/LCDC

Tools

HIPAA policies

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the Clinical Director in overseeing and developing the Clinical department including hiring, supervision, evaluation and scheduling. Provide clinical training to clinical staff and interns. Must have a positive and supportive attitude toward the company and its overall success. Provide both clinical and personnel supervision of the clinical staff. Must have the ability to think globally, solve problems and have good decision-making skills, including critical thinking skills. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day clinical tasks and supports the Clinical Director as they coordinate the global and administrative tasks. The role of the Clinical Supervisor requires administrative management skills as well as clinical skills. The ideal candidate is an assertive communicator, completes tasks with urgency, and supports the clinical team daily.

Description

Job Title

Clinical Supervisor

Department

Clinical

Reports to

Clinical Director

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the Clinical Director in overseeing and developing the Clinical department including hiring, supervision, evaluation and scheduling. Provide clinical training to clinical staff and interns. Must have a positive and supportive attitude toward the company and its overall success. Provide both clinical and personnel supervision of the clinical staff. Must have the ability to think globally, solve problems and have good decision-making skills, including critical thinking skills. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day clinical tasks and supports the Clinical Director as they coordinate the global and administrative tasks. The role of the Clinical Supervisor requires administrative management skills as well as clinical skills. The ideal candidate is an assertive communicator, completes tasks with urgency, and supports the clinical team daily.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee all aspects of the clinical department in the absence of the Clinical Director
• Conduct group supervision, twice monthly and individual supervision once a month.
• Communicate any staff challenges to the Clinical Director.
• Recommend plans for improvement for clinical team members.
• Assist as needed by conducting interviews for hiring new clinical team members.
• Initiate, implement and monitor compliance with evidence-based practices.
• Work with other members of the management team to assure successful communication and coordination between all departments, and participate in strategic planning.
• Regularly provide clinical training to clinical services staff and interns
• Lead daily staff briefing meetings.
• Provide clinical training to clinical services staff.
• Able to redirect clients into appropriate program of care, when they are not ready to leave.
• Contact family members as needed, to discuss needed support for the client.
• Conducts therapeutic services as needed by the organization.
• Accountable for reviewing and auditing clinical paperwork.
• Implement and follow through on Departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Follow up on Step-down plans, Insurance and Discharges with Case Management.
• Daily communicate with Clinical director to develop group schedule and staff assignment.
• Accepts assignment of AOC on a rotating basis.
• Assist in completing overflow clinical tasks.
• Meet with clients for crisis assessment, suicide assessments, and safety plans.
• Responsible for reviewing and communicating the UR review dates.
• Reading and responding to UR and Medical Request emails.
• Must be reliable and consistent with attendance and punctuality to work.
• Represent the Organization in a professional manner.
• Understand and follow all policies and procedures of the Organization.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all departments within the company.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in a mental health related field (psychology, social work, marriage & family, or mental health counseling) required.
• Must be licensed, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCDC, in the State of practice. License must be current and in good standing.
• 2+ years of progressively responsible mental health and substance use program management experience and staff supervision, including expertise transforming clinical staff into a highly functional team.
• Experience preferred in the field of chemical dependency/substance use/psychiatric setting or human services field.
• Proficient in Providing Direction, Influencing, Coaching and Developing others, Motivation, Fostering Teamwork, Managing Conflict, Decision Making, Effective Communication, and Active Listening
• Ability to work as a team member and possess strong management, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and be flexible in relation to department needs.
• Knowledge of HIPAA laws, Drug Free Workplace Policies, Workplace Violence
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity and Compliance Programs. Strong computer literacy and in current technology.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Working Conditions And Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high stress environment with stringent monthly deadlines and quotas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.