Child and Family Clinical Supervisor

Kitsap Mental Health Services • Bremerton, WA

8d • $80,168

About The Position

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Supervisor to support our Child & Family Outpatient and Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Team. In this role, you’ll provide supportive supervision, coaching, and clinical leadership to a dedicated team serving infants, children, youth, and their families. You will help guide service delivery, strengthen staff development, and contribute to the continued growth of IECMH-focused work in our community. If you’re motivated to make a meaningful impact and support a team driven by purpose, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health. Additional training in early childhood interventions and dyadic work.
• Specialist (minimum 5 years of job-related experience)
• This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency. Therefore, the incumbent must meet all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver’s license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.
• Washington License (LICSW, LMFT, or LMHC) approved by start date. Must meet and maintain the definition of a Mental Health Professional as defined in WAC 388-877-0500. Child Mental Health Specialist.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health, including health care reform and automation of job tasks using computer technology.
• Maintain a working knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices for children, including children 0-5 years old
• Knowledge of diagnostic practices for children including the DSM-5 TR AND the DC:0-5
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth with complex mental health needs.
• Capacity to effectively manage a team.
• Demonstrated experience providing direct service to individuals living in poverty with complex needs.
• Ability to communicate quickly and effectively in high acuity situations.
• Demonstrated experience working with partner agencies toward a shared goal.
• Demonstrated ability to: Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Work effectively through complex situations toward joint solutions
• Manage high acuity crisis situations and focus on least restrictive alternatives
• Manage fast paced work environment and shift priorities effectively

Nice To Haves

• Expert (established subject matter expert, 7+ years of experience)
• Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, or substance abuse treatment. Two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Eligibility for Approved Supervisor status in Washington State.
• Endorsed Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist, Rostered Child-Parent Psychotherapy Provider, training in Reflective Supervision for IECMH.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring; training, coaching, developing and evaluating qualified staff. Monitor required trainings.
• Consult with Director on a regular and on-going basis regarding all aspects of the program, including clinical and administrative procedures.
• Provide clinical supervision and reflective supervision via consultation, supervisor and direct supervision to care coordinators, therapists and certified family peer/certified youth peer supports.
• Support staff to provide individual therapy, family therapy and groups.
• Train and coach to ensure services are delivered in keeping with Child & Family treatment philosophy and values; work with other Child & Family Supervisors to ensure consistency across programs.
• Provide direct service hours as indicated, including outreach services in the community and client homes.
• Conduct regular and on-going clinical and clerical record reviews; ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely manner in accordance with Child & Family, agency, contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Provide on-site clinical support to staff as needed and coordinate staff coverage. Support staff to safely work in the community and on outreach.
• Assist in coordination of all aspects of resource management; appropriate handling of case assignment, signing treatment plans, authorization, and caseload management.
• Monitor and coach, as needed, to achieve program goals; monitor program related contracts.
• Work as integral member of KMHS supervisory team and represent KMHS positively in the community. Develop a positive working relationship with other child serving agencies in the community and establish a team approach. Provide consultation, education and training as needed to KMHS staff, school personnel and other agencies or individuals regarding clinical and program issues.
• Facilitate team meetings, consultations, clinical supervision, educational and training activities; coordinate activities with other programs.
• Collaborate with school districts to embed therapists in schools across the county.
• Assist in capacity-building and workforce development for infant and early childhood interventions

Benefits

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision
• Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level