Clinical Supervisor
Our Mission : Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.
About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho.
We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.
THE ROLE : The Clinical Supervisor provides clinical supervision to Mental Health Clinicians and Associates primarily serving WISe Wraparound with Intensive Services families.
The Clinical supervisor engages with the team in caring for multicultural clients and, when needed, conducts clinical intakes and develops treatment plans for individuals who are from culturally diverse, low-income backgrounds;
and assists with skill development and training of staff as needed. May provide mental health counseling to a small caseload of clients (no more than 3).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES : Including the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Other duties may be assigned.
Provides mental health supervision to Mental Health Clinicians and Associates to ensure quality clinical care and appropriate documentation within WISe program guidelines.
Identifies appropriate resources to serve clients in the most effective and appropriate manner within the resources of LCSNW.
May provide mental health counseling to a small caseload of clients (no more than 3) including interviewing clients, and preparing case histories and mental health assessments.
Services may be provided electronically or in clients’ homes, hospitals, clinics, agencies, and other locations.
Provides case management services as needed, including information and referral, and client advocacy.
Maintains all client charts ensuring records are current and submitted in a timely manner. This includes intakes, demographic information, and releases of information, treatment reviews, progress notes and other relevant information.
Participates in supervisory meetings, co-facilitates clinical consults, assists with training as needed, and at times may take lead with staff meetings.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY : Supervises up to 8 clinical staff depending on FTE
QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
An understanding of mental health issues, especially as they may be applied cross- culturally.
Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal. Able to explain project and tasks clearly and professionally. Listens and gets clarification;
responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and leads team meetings.
Ability set priorities. Adapts to changes in the program environment; manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions;
works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;
accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
Requires strict adherence of HIPAA standards in the office workspace to ensure confidentiality
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :
Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other master’s level health care profession.
Independently Licensed in the state of WA Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) required.
Five years experience in counseling
Experience working cross-culturally with refugees and / or immigrants.
Experience with trauma-focused interventions.
Adhere to the code of ethics of a professional counseling association.
Experienced in case management services and solid understanding of the local safety net systems.
Experience in case documentation.
Experience with assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read, write, and understand directions. Must have the ability to write memos and other basic correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, clients, and the general public. Must have excellent
communications skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English with one additional language. Bilingual in Arabic, Russian, Somali, Dari, Farsi, Pashto, Amharic, Swahili or Tigrinya a plus.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : LICSW, LMHC or LMFT in WA state required. Requires a valid Washington State Driver’s License and auto insurance.
THE PERKS : We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.
Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked).
12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements.
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.
We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.
Other details
- Job Family LCS General
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $29.64
- Max Hiring Rate $41.22