Licensed Clinical Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview : The clinical supervisor organizes, administers, and oversees the clinical operation of the Specialized Treatment Programs utilizing evidence based best practice models and sound clinical judgment. Individual is responsible for working closely with the Director of Specialized Treatment Programs and leadership team to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for all youth and staff and ensures compliance with all relevant mandates. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and developing the Clinical / Case Management staff including hiring, supervision, evaluation and scheduling. This position provides both clinical and administrative supervision of clinical staff and requires one to think globally, solve problems and have good decision-making skills, including solid critical thinking skills. To provide clinical, administrative, and case management supervision to Caseworkers, Social Workers, and Individual & Family Therapists in an inpatient sub-acute OMH-licensed psychiatric facility, Rapid Intervention Center, the residential treatment center (RTC), Rose Hard to Place Cottage, and an OCFS licensed Diagnostic program. Monitoring, tracking and making required deadlines as per NYS ACS / OMH / DSS / OCFS / CSE standards, agency policies and procedures are required. Clinical Supervisor is responsible to assure that youth / family treatment goals are being met through the services provided by Caseworkers, Social Workers, and Individual & Family Therapists. The Clinical Supervisor ensures that clinical and case management protocols related to youth in these specialized programs are implemented.The Clinical Supervisor shows dedication and willingness to work alongside the Integrated Treatment Model (ITM) team, supporting and carrying out the functions of the model to best serve the population. They are expected to have a nonjudgmental approach that focuses on skill building and basic principles of behavior (reinforcement, extinction, blocking and shaping). They are required to function as part of a team, committing to modeling pro social behavior and building positive relationships with all residents.

Position Qualifications : Clinical License in Social Work, PhD, PsyD, or related human service field with social work / clinical experience. Five years full-time paid experience as a Social Worker in child welfare / foster care / DJJ / OCFS, required OR five years full-time paid experience as a clinician working with children and adolescents. Knowledge of and / or experience with OMH preferred. Strong knowledge of NYS CONNECTIONS, required. Strong clinical and administrative skills to supervise Social / Case Work staff, required. Valid NYS Driver’s license, required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work flex-time, required. Experience in running groups (youth, parent). Ability to multi-task and make decisions under pressure.