Clinical Supervisor

Beacon Specialized Living; Independence (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living in Missouri is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to oversee delivery and implementation of clinical services across markets, ensuring regulatory compliance, trauma-informed, evidence-based care, and high-quality outcomes for individuals served.

You will supervise clinicians and practicum students, coordinate risk assessments, lead trainings, and collaborate with clinical directors to implement best practices while maintaining documentation standards and strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, ABA, or related field preferred.
• License in a behavioral healthcare discipline (LLBSW, LBSW, LLP, LLPC, LLMSW, LMSW, BCBA) preferred.
• At least 1 year of prior experience in clinical supervision preferred.
• Background checks, drug test, and driving record requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery and implementation of clinical services across markets to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide crisis intervention support and supervise clinical staff and practicum/internship students.
• Monitor compliance, risk assessments, and documentation; ensure trauma-informed, evidence-based, person-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Communication

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree required if no MS

Licensed in behavioral health

Job description

Company Summary:

Beacon is a successful and national behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Severe Mental Illness, Autism, and high-acuity behaviors..

Position Summary:

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the delivery and implementation of clinical services within their market or region. This includes ensuring adherence to core standards of care, providing crisis intervention support, supervising and training clinical staff, monitoring compliance, and collaborating with both internal teams and external stakeholders. This position ensures that services provided to individuals meet regulatory requirements, are trauma-informed, evidence-based, person-centered, and align with best practices. The Clinical Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring that individuals served receive high-quality care in compliance with Medicaid, state, and federal regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises Clinicians, Behavior Specialists, and Practicum or Internship Students

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with organizational policies and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Promotes day-to-day clinical integrity by coaching and supporting staff and/or students to provide effective, ethical, and consistent care in alignment with best practices and organizational standards.
• Works closely with clinical staff and/or students to build confidence, expand clinical knowledge, and develop skills that improve the quality of care and service delivery.
• Provides direct supervision and guidance to assigned clinical staff and/or students, including regular supervision meetings, performance feedback, and support in implementing evidence-based practices and treatment plans.
• Oversees the tracking and monitoring of High-Risk Case Reviews, clinical incidents, and related follow-up actions to ensure appropriate documentation, accountability, and resolution in alignment with agency policies and clinical standards.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director to implement a best-in-class, evidence-based behavioral health model across assigned programs or regions.

• Foster a collaborative, "One Team" environment by supporting integration between clinical, medical, and operational teams to promote high-quality, coordinated care.
• Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to clinical decision-making processes.
• Oversee clinical services to ensure they are aligned with clinical best practices, trauma-informed care principles, and appropriate to the individual's level of acuity.
• Monitor caseloads, acuity levels, and staffing patterns to ensure service intensity and frequency meet both clinical needs and regulatory expectations.
• Support continuity and consistency of services across programs and homes, including coordination of external behavioral health providers when necessary.
• Maintain regular, open, and consistent communication across clinical teams and with other departments.
• Carry a limited caseload of clients, as needed, to support high-acuity cases or program needs.
• Assist in developing and implementing individualized crisis stabilization plans and provide direct crisis intervention and risk assessments when required.
• Lead or coordinate clinical in-service trainings, orientation for new clinical staff and/or students, and ongoing skill development for clinical staff and/or students.
• Attend program and team meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions as required
• Performs ongoing reviews and audits of clinical charts to verify compliance with documentation standards, clinical best practices, and federal billing requirements
• Oversee internal audits and assist in implementing continuous quality improvement initiatives related to clinical services.
• Ensure behavior plans and crisis documentation meet standards for federal reimbursement and clinical effectiveness.
• Support and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies and providers to ensure optimal outcomes for the individuals served.
• Ensure that Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) are personalized, data-informed, and address precursors and triggers for high-acuity behaviors.
• Review and assist in the development of clinical tools, procedures, and policies when needed.

Education and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Sociology, Human Services, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.

• In lieu of a graduate degree, substantial experience in a supervisory role may be considered. In such cases, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is required.
• Must hold a valid license in a behavioral healthcare discipline (LLBSW, LBSW, LLP, LLPC, LLMSW, LMSW, BCBA); full licensure is preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of prior experience providing clinical supervision is preferred.
• Responsible for maintaining all mandatory training and certification requirements.
• Must pass criminal background checks, central registry check (in applicable states) and child abuse registry (in applicable states).
• Must complete and pass a drug test, in applicable states.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have reliable transportation.
• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing the English language.
• Approved by state, federal and government entities to work within BSLS programs.
• Ability to use office equipment, including BSLS information technology systems.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong computer skills utilizing various software programs and applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to create professional employee communication materials.
• Capable of working well with all levels of the organization.
• A professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work with little daily supervision.

Work Environment:

Most of your job duties will be performed from an office but travel to Beacon locations is required.

Travel:

Occasional travel 25-30% or as otherwise determined by the needs of the market to support BSLS locations in Missouri.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Hybrid work environment with corporate office presence and regional travel. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.