Social Work Supervisor – Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates in Southgate, MI, seeks a full-time Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program Supervisor to oversee all administrative and clinical functions of the IDD program. You will provide clinical supervision to staff, manage crises, and drive quality improvement while ensuring compliance with state waivers and accrediting standards.

The role requires a Master's degree with active Michigan licensure and prior IDD supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling with active Michigan LMSW, LLP, or LPC licensure required.
• Minimum 1 year evaluating and treating children/adolescents required.
• Minimum 1 year working with IDD diagnoses and modalities required.
• Prior supervisory experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and leadership across the IDD program.
• Ensure compliance with waivers and funding source mandates; track productivity and metrics.
• Participate in quality management and accreditation activities; maintain clinical records per standards.
• Direct crisis response for staff and clients; coordinate psychiatric, psychological, and case management services.
• Lead administrative functions, budgeting, and ongoing staff training with a person-centered planning approach.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Crisis management

Program management

Quality improvement

Budgeting

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking a full-time, permanent Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program Supervisor in Southgate, MI. The supervisor will oversee all administrative and clinical functions of the IDD program, provide clinical supervision to staff, manage crisis situations, direct quality improvement initiatives, and maintain compliance with state waiver programs and accrediting standards.

Key Responsibilities & Clinical Scope:

• Clinical Supervision & Leadership: Provide individual and standard clinical supervision using varied methodologies; direct staff hiring, performance evaluations, and team development.
• Program & Waiver Management: Ensure compliance with Habilitation Waiver, Children's Waiver, and funding source mandates; utilize EMR data to track productivity and program metrics.
• Quality Assurance & Accreditation: Participate in Total Quality Management (TQM) committees; ensure clinical records meet JCAHO and accrediting standards.
• Crisis & Case Management: Direct crisis response for staff and clients; assess community needs and coordinate delivery of psychiatric, psychological, and case management services.
• Administration & Training: Conduct regular team meetings, manage departmental budgets with leadership, and maintain Person-Centered Planning principles.

Qualifications & Candidate Requirements:

• Education & Licensure: Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling with active Michigan LMSW, LLP, or LPC licensure [REQUIRED].
• Clinical Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year evaluating and treating children/adolescents [REQUIRED].
  • Minimum 1 year working with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) diagnoses and modalities [REQUIRED].
  • Prior supervisory experience [HIGHLY PREFERRED].
• Specialty Certifications: Must meet CMHP (Children's Mental Health Professional) and QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional) requirements within 120 days of hire [REQUIRED].
• Other Requirements: Valid driver's license with favorable record [REQUIRED]. Experience with state waiver programs and EMR systems [HIGHLY PREFERRED].
• Restrictions: Visa sponsorship unavailable (J-1/H-1B candidates not accepted). Direct applicants to the facility are strictly ineligible for agency placement.

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Shift Schedule: Day Shift | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours/week; includes at least 4 hours scheduled after 5:00 PM weekly). Additional evening/weekend hours as needed.
• Weekend Requirements: To be determined based on client and program needs.
• On-Call Requirements: None.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Employment Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire Placement.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays: Competitive PTO plus 11 paid holidays (including New Year's Eve/Day, Juneteenth, Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day).
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional Development: 100% agency-paid training and continuing education opportunities.