Clinical Supervisor, Jail Diversion

Eliot Community Human Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with employer match

Wellness & family support

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services seeks a Clinical Supervisor to oversee Jail Diversion services, guiding clinical care and supervision for clients diverted from the justice system. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices and collaboration with police, clinicians, and partner agencies.

The position requires an independent clinical license and a Master’s degree, with strong supervisory and crisis-management skills. A valid MA driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Independent Clinical Licensure (LMHC, LCSW or LICSW) required.
• At least four years experience with adults experiencing severe mental illness.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and oversight of Jail Diversion service delivery, including staff guidance and adherence to culturally competent practices.
• Co-respond to 911 calls with police to support crisis responses in the field.
• Complete intakes, assessments, and crisis plans.
• Deliver direct clinical interventions and facilitate CBT/DBT groups.
• Support staff development through training, supervision, and clinical leadership; serve as on-call for crises.
• Support data collection and reporting with police and Eliot teams.
• Coordinate with other Eliot programs and external providers sharing clients.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Crisis intervention

CBT/DBT

Staff training

Education

Independent clinical licensure (LMHC, LCSW or LICSW)

Master’s degree

Job description

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to provide comprehensive clinical supervision and oversight of service delivery for clients of our Jail Diversion program. This program works in partnership with the Police Department to support individuals, including adults, adolescents, children, and families that are experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, with the goal of diverting them from the criminal justice system to appropriate treatment services. This work is done through a combination of co-response to calls the police departments receive, follow up support, and active case management of specific clients.

The ideal candidate will guide the services and clinical care of the clients utilizing evidence based practices that align with the preferences and needs of the client.

Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical supervision and oversight of the Jail Diversion service delivery, including staff guidance, intervention modeling, and adherence to culturally competent, strength-based practices.
• Co-respond to calls received through 911 and other police lines with police officers and other members of the Jail Diversion team in order to support crisis calls in the field.
• Complete intakes, assessments, and crisis plans.
• Deliver direct clinical interventions and facilitate therapeutic and skills-based groups using approaches such as CBT, DBT, and integrated dual diagnosis treatment
• Support staff development through training, supervision, and clinical leadership while serving as on-call clinical backup for crisis situations and consumer care needs.
• Support and refine data collection and reporting efforts including collaboration between the police department, JPD team, and Eliot.
• Be the point person for collaboration with other Eliot programs, outside providers, and other collaborators that may share clients and/or programs.

Qualifications:

• Independent Clinical Licensure (LMHC, LCSW or LICSW)
• Requires a Master’s degree
• At least four years experience working adults experiencing severe mental illness
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintain a personally owned vehicle
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, 11pm-7pm, or 12pm-8pm.

Annual Salary: $80,000 USD - $80,000 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.