CLINICAL SUPERVISOR - EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM

The Children's Center of Hamden; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization seeks a Clinical Supervisor for its Extended Day Program in Hamden, CT. In this role, you will be responsible for the safety and care of youth, supervising treatment staff, and facilitating therapeutic sessions, thereby promoting effective treatment outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with children with psychiatric illnesses.
• Licensed in mental health disciplines (LCSW, LMFT, LPC).
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the treatment staff and oversee group sessions.
• Facilitate training in trauma-informed care and ensure compliance with policy.
• Provide individual and family therapy as needed.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Engagement with youth

Education

Master’s degree in mental health discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record System

Job description

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR - EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM

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Base pay range

$52,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

clinical supervisor – extended day program

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the treatment, care, welfare and security for all youth while on the milieu and during transport. This will be accomplished by training and supervising Extended Day Treatment staff with regards to their responsibilities as facilitators in group sessions, supervision of youth, implementation of a predictable schedule, maintaining a trauma-informed, safe, clean and attractive program and work environment and the safe and timely transportation of youth to and from the program. The Clinical Supervisor facilitates group sessions and will work as a substitute staff when an assigned DCW or therapist is not present. The Clinical Supervisor supervises the Transportation Coordinator and interacts with administrative and treatment staff and reports to the Director of Extended Day Treatment. Other assigned duties will be expected to be performed.

POSITION STATUS: Exempt

TECHNOLOGIES : Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Health Record System Platform, Scheduling Platform, Online Trainings Platform, Payroll System Platform

Accountable And Responsible For The Following Results

• Supervises staff assigned to the program, including the hiring, training and disciplining of staff.
  
  

Ø Remains aware and educates DCWs about individualized treatment goals on each child’s treatment plan

Ø Ensures DCWs provide individualized interventions within the context of the milieu that promote progress towards treatment goals and assesses effectiveness of interventions, to recognize client progress and struggles

Ø Ensures DCWs complete documentation that complies with DCF licensing requirements, Joint Commission and DSS standards and Agency policy

Ø Provide clinical and administrative supervision to help staff develop competence in working with the population and master the responsibilities on their job descriptions

Ø Provides training in group process, group curriculum, trauma informed services, CCG and other topics as assigned.

Ø Supervises the Transportation Coordinator

Ø Ensures DCWs are adhering to transportation routes by picking up and dropping off children at assigned times and locations and that Agency policy is followed when using Agency vehicles

Ø Provides supervision to clinical therapists and interns as assigned

• Ensures children receive continuous quality care by maintaining a schedule of staff daily and providing services to children
  
  

Ø Provides group sessions

Ø Provides individual and family therapy as assigned and/or manage a caseload as a clinical therapist as determined by Director

Ø Provides direct-care services in the absence of a Direct-care worker

• Assist in the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of program design/services to ensure compliance with DCF licensing requirements, contract and EDT practice standards, DSS billing regulations, Joint Commission standards and Agency policy
  
  

Ø Assists with the admissions process to ensure maximum utilization and census

Ø Maintains a trauma-informed, predictable environment for children that is safe, welcoming and representative of the client population served

Ø Assists staff with preparing activities within the daily schedule (for example- makes sure that there is a plan for arts and crafts and that supplies are in stock, there is an activity planned for the gym that promotes progress towards treatment plan goals, etc)

Ø Communicate to Program Director on a weekly basis the issues impacting the clients, milieu staff, and operation of the program, and immediately when concerns are related to safety or client/family/ employee dissatisfaction

Ø Maintains accurate and timely record keeping and assists with Quality Assurance reviews

Ø Act as a liaison with community contacts such as schools, probation offices, etc.

Ø Communicate directly with adult caretakers of clients regarding issues impacting the milieu and/or their children

• Administrative duties that involve but are not limited to the functional operation of the milieu (i.e. requisitions, ADP)
• Successfully complete CCG (Crisis Consulting Group) training and perform physical restraints with clients when needed.
• Maintains all mandatory trainings including CPR, First Aid, Boundary Training, Fire Safety Training, Driver Safety Training, OSHA (Bloodborne Pathogens, Infection Control, Workplace Violence, SDS), and any others as assigned.
• Performs any other related work assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Skills:

Good supervisory, organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills. Ability to multi-task, intervene in crisis and assess safety issues as they relate to the environment and client functioning. Ability to engage children and adolescents in treatment and motivate youth and employees.

Previous Experience And/or Training

Two years of experience working with children with psychiatric illnesses, ideally in a program with a therapeutic milieu. Two years of supervisory experience preferred. Experience interfacing with parents, guardians, and community support systems. Valid CT driver’s license, able to become certified in CCG, CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.

LICENSURE /

CERTIFICATIONS

Required - Master’s degree and licensure in mental health discipline (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following essential job functions:

Light lifting (<20 lbs.) Standing Sitting Seeing

Moderate lifting (20 – 50 lbs.) Reaching Walking Hearing

Heavy lifting (>50 lbs) Bending Climbing Talking

Driving Repetitive Motion Push/Pulling

Other, Specify

The work environment is primarily representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Potential exposure to waste and bodily fluids

Potential allergenic and/or irritant conditions

CORE COMPETENCIES

Behavior and skills employees are expected to demonstrate to carry out the mission and goals.

Values/Ethics: Ability to act with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices, treating all people equitably including respecting professional, ethical and people values.

Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

Conflict Resolution: Facilitating the prevention and/or resolution of conflict while preserving working relationships while maintaining composure.

Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects; determine project urgency, uses goals to guide actions; organizes and schedules task effectively.

Teamwork: Readily sharing information, knowledge, and personal strengths. Seek to understand and build on differing perspectives of others to enhance team efficiency and quality outcomes.

Computer: Ability to use computers and other forms of technology. Ability to learn required office software products.

Decision Making/Decisiveness: Making and taking responsibility for and demonstrating commitment to appropriate decisions in a timely manner. Ensuring that decisions are made based on policies, rules and organizational directives and solving emerging problems.

Leadership: Creating a working environment that promotes and encourages team members' participation to attain common and individual objectives. Leading by example.

Project Management: The discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of a specific project.

Strategic Thinking: Innovating through analysis of issues and trends and how these link to responsibilities, capabilities, and potential of the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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