Program Manager / Clinical Supervisor

DC Nonprofit; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Nonprofit is seeking a Program Manager/Clinical Supervisor to oversee the operational delivery of a trauma-informed program and provide clinical oversight, including weekly therapy and crisis intervention for participants at high risk of gun violence.

The role emphasizes program management, HIPAA compliance, supervision of a small team including interns, and collaboration with community partners and local agencies to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or counseling required.
• Licensed in DC (LICSW, LCPC, or LPC) in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of program management and clinical supervision experience with high-risk populations.
• Experience with homeless, behavioral health, reentry and marginalized groups.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Washington, DC’s social services landscape.
• Ongoing commitment to reducing gun violence and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day program operations, manage budgets, and coordinate wrap-around services.
• Provide weekly individual therapy and periodic crisis intervention for participants.
• Review service plans and progress notes to ensure HIPAA compliance and ethical standards.
• Facilitate audits to ensure program and professional compliance.
• Clinically inform other programs and provide periodic trainings and resource reviews.
• Supervise and mentor a small team, including interns and junior therapists.
• Engage with community stakeholders and local government to improve outcomes.

Skills

5+ years of program management

Clinical supervision

Leadership & mentoring

HIPAA compliance knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work or counseling

Job description

Job Summary

The Program Manager/Clinical Supervisor provides dual leadership: overseeing the operational implementation of one specific program while providing essential clinical oversight and direct therapeutic services. This role ensures program efficacy, regulatory compliance, and high-quality trauma-informed care for participants at high risk of gun violence.

Key Responsibilities

• Program & Operations Management: Lead day-to-day operations, manage budgets, and coordinate the delivery of wrap-around services including case management, employment support, and stipend distribution.
• Clinical Oversight & Direct Care: Provide weekly individual therapy and periodic crisis intervention for a small number of program participants. Review/approve service plans and progress notes to ensure ethical clinical and professional standards (HIPAA) are met. Facilitate scheduled audits to ensure program and professional compliance. This role also clinically informs the organization’s other programs and provides periodic support (presentations/training, review of community trauma resources, etc).
• Team Leadership & Training: Supervise and mentor a small program team, including onboarding and supervising junior therapist interns with the goal that they will eventually assume all direct therapy services across all programs. As needed, facilitate clinical training on trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and self-care. Lead interdisciplinary conferencing and team coordination.
• Data & Partnerships: Monitor program metrics and participant outcomes. Build relationships with community stakeholders and local government agencies to enhance program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or counseling required.
• Must be licensed in the District of Columbia (LICSW, LCPC, or LPC) and in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management, compliance and clinical supervision, particularly with high-risk or justice-involved populations.
• Experience working with various service populations such as homeless, behavioral health, reentry and other marginalized groups.
• Ability to develop strategies and processes for effective program management aimed at outcome achievement.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Washington, DC’s social services landscape and community resources.
• Ongoing flexibility, commitment to the mission of reducing gun violence, trauma healing and compassionately supporting at-risk individuals.
• Professional with a strong work-ethic and commitment to integrity and ethical standards.
• Culturally humble practitioner committed to equity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.