Clinical Supervisor (51547)

WestCare Inc; Larkdale (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc is looking for a qualified candidate to oversee clinical supervision and training for counseling staff in Larkdale, Illinois. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, monitoring compliance with policies, and conducting quality assurance reviews.

The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and have a Master’s degree. Experience with substance abuse populations is required, making this an impactful position within the community.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor required.
• Clinical Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor preferred.
• Two years experience with substance abuse or MISA populations required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor adherence to policies and procedures.
• Conduct monthly quality assurance reviews.
• Supervise counselors and staff assigned to the program.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Bilingual

Education

Masters degree

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Position Summary

Person in this position will be responsible for providing direct clinical and treatment supervision and training to counseling staff. Essential job functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage the day-to-day functions of the program.
• Provide daily supervision of counselors and other staff assigned to the program.
• Monitor the adherence to the policies and procedures of the program.
• Conduct monthly quality assurance reviews of the treatment case files to ensure compliance with program standards.
• Facilitate groups, family groups, and assist clients of the program.
• Coordinate the development of treatment modules.
• Coordinate training opportunities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of program implementation and impact.
• Develop and monitor case planning schedules.
• Fill in for counselors during times they may be unavailable due to illness, training, etc.
• Deliver individual and group counseling services, case management services, education and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services and community resources.
• Oversee and provide intake and program orientation for the client including, but not limited to, assessment of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the client’s individual treatment plans.
• Assist and monitor data collection and statistical reporting and complete Quality Improvement reports as requested.
• Maintain relationships with referring and supporting agencies and represent the agency at various community meetings as requested.
• Help facilitate ancillary services, i.e., testing, crisis intervention, support groups, education groups, continuing care, networking with partnering agencies, developing and updating referral and resource information.
• Supervise the maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational/educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation.
• Provide general client supervision, including planning and scheduling therapeutic activities.
• Prepare client progress reports, when necessary.
• Interact with the criminal justice system and/or referral sources, when necessary.
• Meet with IDOC on a quarterly basis to implement Quality Improvement (QI) Team strategies and review the records system semiannually, selecting a representative sample of files and other records at random and reviewing them for accuracy and completeness. The QI/QA Team submits written reports to IDOC and to the WestCare regional vice president, rating compliance, noting deficiencies, and proposing recommendations for changes or improvements. Participant files are made available to IDOC upon request for its quality management reviews. In all cases, participant confidentiality is protected in accordance with the requirements of CFR 42, Part II and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

Certifications/Licenses

• Clinical Certification, must: Be a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor pursuant to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing Act [225 ILCS 107]; hold clinical certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) from the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA).
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker pursuant to the Clinical Social Work and Social Work Practice Act [225 ILCS 20] is preferred.

Training

• Must complete required continuing education hours as required to maintain licensure.

Education

• Masters degree is required.
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is preferred.

Experience and Competencies

• Two (2) years of experience/expertise with substance abuse offender and/or dual diagnosed Mental Illness and Substance Abuse (MISA) populations is required.
• Intake and assessment experience is preferred.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Must be highly organized, detail focused, and have excellent time management.
• Must possess strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass background check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain OIG LEIE clearance.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Must have professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from Illinois Department of Corrections.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification, first aid certification, and an annual tuberculosis test.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an institutional setting.
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job

Physical Demands

• Requires mobility and physical activity: adequate range of motion for office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking, sitting for extended periods, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds.
• Use of computer and telephone systems required.
• Ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations through approved verbal de‑escalation techniques.
• Requires talking, hearing, and seeing as described.
• The normal work routine involves no exposure to human blood, body fluids or tissues; however, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.

Mental Demands

• Collect and analyze complex numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions.
• Work and cooperate with clients, co‑workers, managers, the public and employees at all levels to exchange ideas, information, instructions and opinions.
• Work under stress and in emotionally charged settings.
• Defend oneself and clients in mentally/verbally abusive situations through approved mental/verbal de‑escalation techniques.