Clinical Supervisor (51547)

WESTCARE INC • Decatur, IL

70d • $60,000 - $66,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for providing direct clinical and treatment supervision and training to counseling staff. This role involves managing the day-to-day functions of the program, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and conducting quality assurance reviews. The supervisor will also facilitate groups, coordinate treatment modules and training, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop case planning schedules. Additionally, the position requires delivering direct client services, including individual and group counseling, case management, and intake/orientation. The supervisor will oversee client treatment files, prepare progress reports, interact with the criminal justice system, and collaborate with referring agencies. A key responsibility includes participating in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives with the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) and ensuring client confidentiality in accordance with CFR 42, Part II and HIPAA regulations. The role requires embracing and embodying the mission, vision, and guiding principles of WestCare Foundation.

Requirements

• Clinical Certification, must: Be a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor pursuant to the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing Act [225 ILCS 107]; Hold clinical certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) from the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) Licensed Clinical Social Worker pursuant to the Clinical Social Work and Social Work Practice Act [225 ILCS 20] is preferred
• Must complete required continuing education hours as required to maintain licensure.
• Masters degree is required.
• Two (2) years of experience/expertise with substance abuse offender and/or dual diagnosed Mental Illness and Substance Abuse (MISA) populations is required
• Must be highly organized, detail focused, and have excellent time management
• Must possess strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pass background check
• Ability to obtain and maintain OIG LEIE clearance
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality
• Must have professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from Illinois Department of Corrections
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification, first aid certification, and an annual tuberculosis test

Nice To Haves

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is preferred.
• Intake and assessment experience is preferred
• Bilingual is preferred
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day functions of the program.
• Provide daily supervision of counselors and other staff assigned to the program.
• Monitor the adherence to the policies and procedures of the program.
• Conduct monthly quality assurance reviews of the treatment case files to ensure compliance with program standards.
• Facilitate groups, family groups, and assist clients of the program.
• Coordinate the development of treatment modules.
• Coordinate training opportunities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of program implementation and impact.
• Develop and monitor case planning schedules.
• Fill in for counselors during times they may be unavailable due to illness, training, etc.
• Deliver individual and group counseling services, case management services, education and community outreach services, and referrals to appropriate services and community resources.
• Oversee and provide intake and program orientation for the client including, but not limited to, assessment of psychological and social functioning and the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the clients individual treatment plans.
• Assist and monitor data collection and statistical reporting and complete Quality Improvement reports as requested.
• Maintain relationships with referring and supporting agencies and represent the agency at various community meetings as requested.
• Help facilitate ancillary services, i.e., testing, crisis intervention, support groups education groups, continuing care, networking with partnering agencies, developing and updating referral and resource information.
• Supervise the maintenance of individual client treatment files in accordance with agency policies and procedures, including documentation of vocational/educational activities as well as all other pertinent documentation.
• Provide general client supervision, including planning and scheduling therapeutic activities.
• Prepare client progress reports, when necessary.
• Interact with the criminal justice system and/or referral sources, when necessary.
• Meet with IDOC on a quarterly basis to implement Quality Improvement (QI) Team strategies and review the records system semiannually, selecting a representative sample of files and other records at random and review them for accuracy and completeness.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to WestCare's comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

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