Clinical Supervisor-Residential

Advocates; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Clinical Supervisor to oversee residential clinical staff, guiding the development of staff skills and ensuring high-quality therapeutic services for residents with co-occurring disorders and trauma.

The role involves supervision, coordinating assessments, and contributing to treatment planning, with a schedule Monday–Friday 8am–4pm/9am–5pm and a salary in the listed range, reflecting MA requirements and nonprofit settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, mental health, or related field and licensure in MA (LPHA or equivalent) within two years of employment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to an operational vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused leadership, support and supervision to the clinical team.
• Oversee the collection of information needed to assess and develop the clinical formulation.
• Assist in treatment plan development in collaboration with the person served.
• Demonstrate proactive communication with staff and customers to facilitate effective working relationships.
• Ensure that clinical services are delivered and documented in accordance with licensing bodies.
• Provide feedback to the Director of Clinical Services and generate reports to maintain compliance.
• Ensure all paperwork and trainings are up to date within timelines.
• Provide on-call coverage for emergency crisis intervention and consultation.
• Liaise with community providers and related agencies to develop resources.
• Attend and participate in supervisions and staff meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Driver's license

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Salary: $71,000-$75,000

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am-4pm/9am-5pm with one late day.

The Clinical Supervisor provides supervision to residential staff while developing staff skills in responding to complex issues such as co-occurring disorders, substance use and trauma. The Clinical Supervisor will conduct assessments and provide therapeutic services to residents requiring additional support as a result of co-occurring disorders and/or traumas.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We’rea nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

Master’s Degree

Shift

First Shift

Responsibilities

• Provide focused leadership, support and supervision to the clinical team.
• Oversee the collection of information needed to assess and develop the clinical formulation.
• Assist in treatment plan development in collaboration with the person served.
• Demonstrate a proactive commitment to maintaining effective communication with staff and customers to facilitate and promote effective working relationships and customer service.
• Ensure that clinical services are being delivered and documented in accordance with Advocates’ clinical philosophy and all licensing and regulatory bodies.
• Provide feedback to the Director of Clinical Services and generate reports as necessary to maintain satisfactory compliance standards.
• Ensure all paperwork, reports, trainings are up to date and completed within the expected timelines for the division.
• Provide on-call coverage for emergency crisis intervention and consultation.
• Liaise with other community provider and related agencies, and develop community resources.
• Attend and actively participate in all supervisions and staff meetings.

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Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, mental health counseling, or related field and current, state of MA, current licensure as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor, Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LADC I), Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) or Registered Occupational Therapist or on pathway to licensure and must obtain LPHA licensure within two years of employment. Minimum of one year of experience in a residential setting and with supervisory responsibilities strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to contribute independently to and thrive within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask. Outstanding reasoning and problem solving abilities.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.