Clinical Supervisor

Compass Business Solutions, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha House in Pittsburgh seeks a Clinical Supervisor to provide clinical guidance, staff supervision, and ensure high-quality treatment practices within our recovery-focused programs.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team, oversee regulatory compliance, maintain documentation, and lead quality improvement initiatives, with ASAM-based treatment planning and strong care coordination with community partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• Licensure/certification (LPC, LCSW, or CAADC) required.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in SUD or behavioral health.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills for mentoring clinical staff.
• Strong knowledge of clinical practices, documentation, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and staff development for a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and policies.
• Oversee clinical documentation quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Conduct audits of clinical records for accuracy and medical necessity.
• Lead case consultations and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Guide treatment planning using ASAM criteria for individualized care.
• Provide crisis intervention guidance and direct clinical support when needed.
• Support program development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate discharge planning and warm handoffs with community partners.
• Participate in hiring, training, and onboarding of clinical staff.

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Licensure/certification (LPC, LCSW, or CAADC)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Alpha House is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based services that support individuals and families on their journey toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency. Through residential and community-based programs, Alpha House empowers those facing substance use and other life challenges by fostering hope, healing, and lasting positive change.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Clinical Supervisor to provide clinical guidance, support staff development, and promote high-quality, effective treatment practices. In this role, you’ll play a key part in mentoring clinical staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on delivering quality care and positive client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Supervision & Staff Development: Provide individual and group supervision to a multidisciplinary team of substance use disorder (SUD) counselors, case managers, and recovery coaches, offering guidance, mentorship, and professional development.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure clinical services meet applicable federal, state, and local regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies.
• Clinical Documentation: Oversee the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct routine audits of clinical documentation and medical records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate medical necessity.
• Team Collaboration: Lead case consultations and clinical team meetings while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to support effective treatment and positive client outcomes.
• Treatment Planning: Evaluate client progress and guide appropriate levels of care using ASAM criteria to ensure individualized, effective treatment.
• Direct Clinical Support: Provide guidance on crisis intervention, complex clinical situations, and client care needs, including maintaining a selective caseload or providing direct care when needed.
• Program Improvement: Support program development, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives to strengthen clinical services and client outcomes.
• Care Coordination & Community Partnerships: Coordinate discharge planning and warm handoffs with community partners, housing resources, and aftercare providers. Collaborate with leadership, referral sources, and regulatory agencies to support continuity of care.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Participate in hiring, training, and onboarding clinical staff to build and maintain a strong, effective clinical team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
• Appropriate clinical licensure or certification in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., LPC, LCSW, or CAADC).
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, preferably in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment or behavioral health services.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to mentor, develop, and support clinical teams in a collaborative environment.
• Strong understanding of clinical practices, treatment protocols, documentation requirements, and ethical standards, including maintaining client confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex clinical situations and collaborate effectively with others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate documentation, and utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems.