Clinical Supervisor

Nexus Family Healing; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks paid time off

Multiple health insurance options

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Nexus Family Healing is looking for a Clinical Supervisor to lead and develop the clinical team in Manteno, IL. This role involves overseeing operations and implementing effective policies to ensure a supportive clinical environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant field and experience in behavioral health services. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $88,000, along with comprehensive benefits including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or program management experience.
• Minimum 2 years providing behavioral health services in a residential setting.
• Valid driver’s license and background clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, lead, and develop staff in daily operations.
• Foster a positive clinical culture.
• Monitor client treatment and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Clinical planning

Supervisory experience

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Licensure as a Mental Health Professional preferred

Job description

Overview

Fusion of homelike setting and therapeutic practice in Manteno, IL, a small rural community 50 miles south of Chicago. 12‑21 year‑old boys and girls live on campus and receive comprehensive behavioral health services.

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion for youth and their families.

Schedule / Pay

• Full‑time; on‑site opportunity
• Salary $80,000 – $88,000 annually, based on experience and credentials

Benefits

• Four weeks paid time off in the first year
• Floating holidays
• Multiple health insurance options
• No‑cost life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Talkspace Therapy benefit for the whole family
• Hinge Health benefit for the whole family
• Carrot Fertility benefit
• Tuition assistance, discounts, and professional training opportunities
• Advancement pathways and internal promotion
• Internship opportunities

Position Summary

The Clinical Supervisor oversees, leads, and develops staff, managing daily operations within the service area through effective leadership, communication, organization, and planning. The role collaborates to meet budgeted census projections while providing leadership to the clinical team.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Planning & Service Delivery

• Develop, implement, and maintain operational and clinical policies, procedures, and systems that support efficient and effective delivery of services per Nexus guidelines.
• Foster a trauma‑informed care environment; establish and maintain a positive clinical culture and implement necessary changes.
• Advance daily decisions, problem‑solve, and provide hands‑on direction of all staff; work collaboratively with staff to monitor the healthy functioning of the clinical environment.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of the organization’s vision and strategic initiatives; guide assigned staff in working toward and achieving agency goals.
• Continuously monitor client treatment and proactively implement improvements; identify and analyze potential or current opportunities and risks.
• Collaborate with service leadership to evaluate long‑term strategic changes that support the clinical process.

Clinical Strategy

• Collaborate with CQI to assess and interpret service and performance data; identify client and service trends, risks, outcomes, and compliance opportunities.
• Maintain accountability and oversight of clinical processes, team performance, and service outcomes; provide direct, individual, family, and group therapies when applicable.
• Facilitate the engagement, collaboration, questions, and concerns of clients and families.
• Understand training needs of the service area; collaborate with Nexus home office to ensure staff attend and participate in required trainings.
• Regularly assess and review staff performance and functioning, client needs, and service requirements.

Service & Treatment Plans

• Participate in the evaluation of prospective clients; ensure staff readiness and understanding of service area expectations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of service and treatment plans.
• Ensure client assessments are conducted per established standards and guidelines.
• Abide by licensing requirements and guidelines.
• Produce accurate reports and documentation consistently, confidentially, and professionally.

Employee Selection, Training & Performance Evaluation

• Actively participate in interviewing and hiring; orient, mentor, train, and develop staff per organizational and licensing guidelines.
• Monitor and facilitate staff skill development regarding service and treatment plans and client documentation maintenance.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback and conduct formal evaluations with meaningful, constructive, positive feedback.
• Model, support, and mentor on Nexus philosophy and treatment modalities.
• Consult with Human Resources on employee corrective action or improvement opportunities.

Staff Monitoring & Service Area Policy

• Ensure confidentiality regarding client background and treatment; comply with Nexus policies on privacy, boundaries, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate compassion, honesty, positivity, respect, and professionalism in interactions.
• Adhere to and monitor compliance with safety and health codes and procedures; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct regular service‑area inspections and client record reviews; respond to and resolve safety and health concerns promptly.
• Show acceptance and respect for clients and coworkers of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

Participates in the development and accountability of the budget.

Required Education and Licensure

• Master’s degree in Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a clinically related field.
• Meet Qualified Mental Health Service definitions as defined by the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (Section 132.25).
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or program management experience.
• Minimum 2 years providing children, adolescents, and family‑based behavioral health services in a residential or group home.
• Valid driver’s license, meet state regulating agency and corporate driving requirements, and have a car available for home‑based services.
• Background and sexual conduct clearances required.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 3 years of supervisory or program management experience in a residential or group home preferred.
• 5 years of experience in adolescent, adult, and family‑based behavioral counseling and/or residential experience preferred.
• Licensed as a Mental Health Professional (LCPC, LCSW, LASOP) preferred.

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions recognize, affirm, and respect people of every race, ethnic background, socio‑economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression, and faith.

Values

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting‑edge ideas.
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy, and care.
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate.
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

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