Crisis Behavioral Health Supervisor & Lead Clinician

Connections Health Solutions; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

PTO 160 hours annually

Parental leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Second Chance Employer

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a Supervisor, Behavioral Health Specialist to oversee Behavioral Health Specialist staff and provide direct care on the unit in Virginia. The role combines leadership and hands-on patient care, ensuring safety, staffing, and high-quality outcomes for individuals in crisis.

The position offers shift differentials and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, and family-friendly leave options.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Certified in Safe Clinch and able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques.
• 3+ years of behavioral health or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee work and supervision of Behavioral Health Specialist staff.
• Coordinate onboarding and training, scheduling, and timesheet management.
• Direct care duties 75–80% of the time, ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Collaborate with Charge Nurse and shifts to ensure safe, efficient unit operations.
• Lead staff meetings, address performance issues, and ensure Joint Commission standards.
• Provide clinical supervision and ensure staff are trained in safe clinch/restraint techniques.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

De-escalation techniques

Clinical supervision

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified in Safe Clinch

Virginia Fingerprint Clearance

VA background check requirements

Job description

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a Supervisor, Behavioral Health Specialist to oversee Behavioral Health Specialist staff and provide direct care on the unit in Virginia. The role combines leadership and hands-on patient care, ensuring safety, staffing, and high-quality outcomes for individuals in crisis.

The position offers shift differentials and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, and family-friendly leave options.