Clinical Behavioral Health Supervisor

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Behavioral Health Supervisor oversees and manages all aspects of a very diverse work environment. This position supervises and consults with a team of care coordinators and provides proactive coaching on understanding behavioral health conditions and instruction to staff on service planning. Conducts group and individual supervision to assure adherence to CFCC core standards and procedures. Has knowledge of information about families and supervises’ staff to provide reliable delivery of services and supports to meet the needs of the children and families. The Clinical Behavioral Health Supervisor also responds to emergencies and conflicts in a timely manner. Assists in the resolution of challenging cases and/or personal circumstances.

Requirements

Possession of a Delaware clinical license that allows for independent practice or possession of a clinical license in another U.S. state consistent with eligibility for a Delaware license, e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (LPC-MH), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Psychologist.
Two years' clinical experience working with children or adolescents.
Two years' experience with clinical documentation, including narrative report writing.
Coursework, training and/or work experience in supervising licensed behavioral health practitioners, which may include performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of licensed behavioral health practitioners.
Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or canceled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

Works with youth and families and other formal or informal supports to gather information used for connection to and delivery of evidence-based behavioral health services.
Develops and implements plans of care, evaluates effectiveness, and adapts plans according to the needs of children, youth, and their families.
Refers or assigns youth and families to appropriate unit or staff for effective service monitoring and delivery.
Communicates with public, private and state agencies, community service organizations, courts, schools, police, and families in order to develop, coordinate and evaluate effective behavioral health services and programs.
Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure appropriate behavioral health service plans.
Plans, directs, and evaluates the work of staff.
Provides technical guidance and supervision to staff and supervisors.
Prepares program budget requests to include resource allocations and programmatic justification for such requests; submits requests to superior for inclusion in divisional budget initiatives; oversees and monitors the use of approved program funds.
Oversees the application of policies relating to quality assurance regarding programs, services, and the rights of children, youth, and families.
Manages and directs the development of programs for children and families; ensures programs conform to federal/state regulations and departmental goals and objectives.
Writes, reviews and maintains comprehensive clinical records including progress notes, summaries, and reports.