Clinical Supervisor – Mental Health & Addiction Services

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to oversee daily operations of counseling services for substance use and mental health patients across populations. The role provides clinical leadership, supervises staff, supports intake and treatment planning, and ensures program and regulatory compliance.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and current LCPC/LCSW licensure, with at least two years of experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
• Current licensure as an LCPC or LCSW.
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, manage priorities, and ensure policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical activities of counselors and therapists providing substance use and/or mental health services.
• Support the Program Director in shaping program philosophy, policies, procedures, and staffing decisions.
• Review referrals, participate in intake decisions, and assign cases appropriately.
• Provide clinical oversight through chart reviews, supervisory meetings, direct observation, and case consultation.
• Develop treatment approaches for complex or high-risk patients.
• Conduct patient assessments and assist in determining treatment needs and follow-up care.
• Ensure compliance with program protocols, agency policies, and regulatory standards.
• Build and maintain referral relationships within the community and beyond.
• Prepare reports, statistics, and documentation for reporting requirements.
• Appear in court and provide testimony when approved by the Program Director.
• May oversee clerical and administrative functions to ensure efficient office operations.
• Participate in staff hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, and termination recommendations.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff supervision

Policy compliance

Decision making

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

Licensed LCPC or LCSW

Job description

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to oversee daily operations of counseling services for substance use and mental health patients across populations. The role provides clinical leadership, supervises staff, supports intake and treatment planning, and ensures program and regulatory compliance.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and current LCPC/LCSW licensure, with at least two years of experience.