Clinical Supervisor for Correctional Services Program (LCSW)

McKinley; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Job summary

McKinley is seeking a Correctional Services Clinical Supervisor to oversee clinical functions within its Correctional Services Program, ensuring quality client care and professional development for clinicians. The role requires on-site oversight at Twin Towers and coordination with custody partners.

Minimum 5 years in publicly funded mental health settings and LCSW licensure are required, with 2+ years of supervisory experience. Strong EHR skills, collaboration, and flexible hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Valid licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW).
• Minimum of 2 years post-BBS licensure.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in county‑contracted or publicly funded mental health settings.
• Supervisory experience (2+ years preferred) including licensure supervision.
• Experience with justice-involved or custody populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site clinical supervision for Mental Health Clinicians.
• Oversee clinical functions to ensure quality client care and regulatory compliance.
• Support staff development and culturally responsive treatment planning.
• Collaborate with custody staff and county partners to coordinate services.
• Monitor documentation and ensure adherence to standards and audits.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Electronic health records

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

LCSW licensure (California Board of Behavioral Sciences)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N.

At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.

The Company:

McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually – including short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is H.U.M.A.N.- Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual’s stories. We strongly embrace our agency’s Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member’s and clients’ Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.

The Position:

We are looking for a Correctional Services Clinical Supervisor, who is willing to embrace McKinley’s mission and H.U.M.A.N values. The Correctional Services Clinical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the clinical functions within McKinley’s Correctional Services Program to ensure the delivery of quality client care, foster professional development among clinicians, and uphold agency policies and procedures.

Compensation And Benefits

The pay range we’re offering is $95,000 - $110,000 annually depending (Based) on experience.

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Credit Union Membership
• Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications

• Valid licensure or registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW)
• Minimum of 2 years post-BBS licensure
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in county -contracted or publicly funded mental health settings
• Supervisory experience (minimum 2 years preferred), including provision of clinical supervision toward licensure
• Demonstrated experience working with severely and persistently mentally ill (SPMI) populations
• Preferred: Experience working with justice-involved, forensic, or correctional populations, including custody-based service delivery
• Proficiency in word processing, email, and internet navigation
• Ability to learn and effectively use electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
• Basic office skills (typing, telephone etiquette, copier/scanner use)
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination, TB clearance, and drug screening
• Ability to regularly report on-site to Twin Towers Correctional Facility.
• Ability to commute between multiple program sites as required
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, to meet program and custody-based operational needs
• DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Index clearance
• Insurability under McKinley Children’s Center Corporate Automobile Insurance
• Clearance and compliance with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department custody requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Supervision & On-Site Oversight
  • Maintain a consistent on-site supervisory presence at Twin Towers, ensuring real-time clinical guidance, staff support, and coordination with custody partners
  • Provide individual and group supervision for Mental Health Clinicians in accordance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and agency policy
  • Conduct live and scheduled group observations within custody settings to assess clinical facilitation skills, adherence to curriculum, therapeutic engagement, and safety practices
  • Provide timely feedback, coaching, and corrective guidance following group observations and chart reviews
• Clinical Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure clinicians deliver services in alignment with evidence-based practices, County requirements, and McKinley standards
  • Review, monitor, and approve clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with the Quality Systems and Compliance Department to address documentation trends, audits, corrective action plans, and training needs
  • Monitor program adherence to requirements of all governing and oversight bodies
• Staff Development & Support
  • Support clinician professional growth through mentorship, skills development, and structured supervision
  • Assist clinicians in developing culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented treatment plans appropriate for custody environments
  • Identify training needs related to correctional mental health, crisis response, group facilitation, and risk management
• Collaboration & Program Coordination
  • Foster effective communication and collaboration with custody staff, County partners, program managers, and other departmental supervisors
  • Support operational problem-solving related to custody workflows, staffing coverage, and clinical service delivery challenges
  • Promote consistency and mutual support across McKinley programs serving justice-involved populations
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Monitor and review agency protocols and clinical practices to ensure continued relevance and compliance
  • Participate in meetings, case conferences, and County-requested activities as required