Clinician/Supervisor - CORE

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. in Milwaukee seeks a Clinician/Supervisor for the CORE program. Lead and supervise the CORE team, conduct weekly meetings, and recruit/train staff to deliver coordinated, individualized services.

You will provide direct clinical services to youth and young adults in homes and community settings, using a strengths-based, recovery-focused approach while ensuring documentation and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Wisconsin licensure as APSW, LCSW, LPC-IT, or LPC.
• At least 2 years of experience working with youth/young adults with mental health needs.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and insurance meeting agency requirements.
• Ability to complete required pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative supervision to CORE staff.
• Hold weekly team meetings and individual supervision sessions.
• Interview, hire, train, coach, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Support staff in delivering coordinated, individualized services.
• Promote a collaborative, respectful team culture.
• Monitor staff productivity, performance, and program compliance.
• Provide direct clinical services to youth and young adults in homes, communities, and office settings.
• Use a strengths-based, person-centered, culturally responsive, recovery-focused approach.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Build strong community partnerships with local providers and agencies.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical supervision

Crisis intervention

Cultural humility

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health field

Wisconsin licensure APSW/LCSW/LPC-IT/LPC

Tools

AvatarNX

Milwaukee County systems

Job description

Clinician/Supervisor - CORE

Job Code: 2026-SPECIALI-056 Location: Milwaukee Department: Specialized Service Programs FT/PT Status: Full Time

Job Responsibilities:

Starting Pay: $55,000

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop a CORE Team

• Provide clinical and administrative supervision to CORE staff.
• Hold weekly team meetings and individual supervision sessions.
• Interview, hire, train, coach, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Support staff in delivering coordinated, individualized services.
• Promote a collaborative, respectful, and supportive team culture.
• Monitor staff productivity, performance, and compliance with program requirements.

Provide Meaningful Clinical Care

• Provide direct clinical services to youth and young adults in their homes, communities, and office settings.
• Use a strengths-based, person-centered, culturally responsive, and recovery-focused approach.
• Support individuals experiencing complex mental health and co-occurring needs.
• Respond effectively and calmly to crisis situations.
• Ensure treatment approaches are consistent with evidence-based practices.
• Participate in CORE clinical consultations with the designated CORE Mental Health Professional and Milwaukee County clinical representative.

Ensure Quality & Compliance

• Review and approve clinical documentation for accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation in AvatarNX.
• Complete and/or oversee provider notes, Community Treatment Plans, Crisis Plans, SAFE-Ts, Incident Reports, and other required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, organizational, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Support successful completion of DHS 36 audits, productivity requirements, program evaluations, and employee evaluations.

Build Strong Community Partnerships

You'll serve as an important link between the CORE team and community partners, developing strong working relationships with organizations and professionals including:

• Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services
• Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services
• Children & Youth Family Services
• Milwaukee County Crisis Services
• Community providers and other system partners

You'll help ensure that everyone involved in an individual's care is working toward coordinated, meaningful outcomes.

Job Qualifications

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a clinician and leader who brings compassion, confidence, clinical expertise, and a genuine commitment to the people we serve.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Wisconsin licensure as an Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor In-Training (LPC-IT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
• At least 2 years of experience working with youth or young adults with mental health and co-occurring needs.
• Valid driver's license, reliable automobile, and insurance meeting agency requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening, including references, background check, drug screening, and driver's license check.

Preferred

• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Experience working in community-based behavioral health services.
• Experience with crisis intervention, care coordination, or intensive community-based services.
• Familiarity with AvatarNX and Milwaukee County behavioral health systems.

You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Are

A Strong Leader

You can support, coach, and hold staff accountable while creating an environment where people feel valued and empowered to do their best work.

A Skilled Clinician

You bring sound clinical judgment and understand how to work effectively with youth and young adults experiencing complex behavioral health needs.

Calm Under Pressure

You can remain grounded, professional, and solution-focused when situations become challenging or unpredictable.

Highly Organized

You can balance supervision, direct clinical care, documentation, meetings, deadlines, and competing priorities without losing sight of what matters most.

A Team Player

You understand that great outcomes require collaboration with individuals, families, coworkers, and community partners.

Culturally Responsive

You approach each person with respect, curiosity, cultural humility, and an appreciation for their unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

Technology & Communication

You should be comfortable using technology as part of your daily work, including:

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Teams
• Internet-based applications
• AvatarNX

Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you'll communicate regularly with individuals served, families, staff, supervisors, and community partners.

Other Job Information (if Applicable)

Work Environment

This is a community-based position with work performed in both office and community settings. Travel is required. You'll be comfortable working directly with youth and young adults who may experience severe and persistent mental health needs and be able to navigate community environments, including stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Why This Role Matters

Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference, not only through the clinical care you provide, but through the team you lead. Your leadership will help ensure that youth and young adults receive coordinated, individualized services when they need them most. You'll have the opportunity to mentor clinicians, strengthen community partnerships, and help create better outcomes for the people and families we serve.

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Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.