Clinical Coordinator- Youth Transitional Housing

Better Morning, Inc.•Washington, DC

7h•$70,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Better Morning is seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Care Coordinator to join their Extended Transitional Youth Housing Program. This position plays a vital role in supporting youth ages 18–24 with behavioral health needs as they move toward stability, self-sufficiency, and long-term wellness. A Clinical Coordinator must be a master’s Level Licensed Social Worker, Counselor, or Psychologist with at least 5 years of experience including 3 years in a supervisory role in a clinical or behavioral health setting. The Clinical Coordinator will provide clinical supervision and oversight to the service provided to youth as well as direct behavioral health services to ETH clients. Regarding clinical supervision, this person is responsible for conducting at least bi-weekly direct supervision with case management staff to ensure appropriate treatment planning, intervention, and client progress. Regarding clinical services, this person is responsible for facilitating therapeutic groups as well as psychoeducational groups and individualized therapeutic to ETH clients. The Clinical Coordinator will also collaborate with Core Service or other Behavioral Health providers to ensure ETH clients are receiving mental health and substance abuse services timely and as appropriate including assessments and reassessments, and medication management services.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
Must have DC license LGSE/LGPC
Minimum 5 years of experience working with transitional-age youth or young adults with behavioral health needs.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, case management, and systems navigation.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with housing programs, Medicaid documentation, and youth development approaches is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized service plans in collaboration with residents.
Provide clinical oversight and care coordination for youth with complex behavioral, emotional, and social needs.
Serve as the primary liaison between youth, mental health providers, case managers, housing staff, and other community partners.
Monitor progress toward treatment goals and revise care plans as needed to ensure effective service delivery.
Facilitate access to mental health services, medical care, substance use treatment, educational/vocational programs, and life skills supports.
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory and program standards.
Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and trainings to promote best practices and integrated care.
Support youth in developing coping skills, healthy routines, and pathways to independence.