CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Apis Services Inc•Trenton, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor provides direct clinical supervision to assigned counseling staff and oversees the quality, direction, and effectiveness of therapeutic services within an opioid treatment program and outpatient counseling setting. This role ensures that treatment plans address substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, psychosocial factors, and medical needs. The Clinical Supervisor determines appropriate treatment modalities and levels of care at admission, ensures continuity of care, and assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Clinical Services in their absence. This position also maintains a caseload, providing individual, family, and crisis intervention services as needed.

Requirements

Licensed in New Jersey as an LCADC & CCS required
Qualified as a clinical supervisor under NJ Alcohol and Drug Counselor Regulations (N.J.S.A. 45:2D-1 et seq.)
Minimum 3 years of experience in a substance abuse treatment program
Minimum 2 years of post-licensure clinical experience
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or human services experience
Strong knowledge of co-occurring disorders and psychotropic substances
Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills
Must pass Physical & Drug Screening (including THC)
Must pass Criminal Record History Clearance, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances
Must meet physical requirements (sitting, standing, lifting, driving, climbing stairs)
Must maintain active licensure and complete required continuing education

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide clinical oversight to counseling staff
Assign caseloads and manage staff scheduling
Review and approve assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Provide staff training, mentorship, and regular supervision conferences
Support staff in crisis intervention and complex case management
Ensure coordination and integration of clinical services across departments
Lead youth-focused initiatives, school partnerships, and family engagement efforts (Region 7 community engagement)
Oversee admissions, discharge planning, and continuity of care processes
Ensure treatment plans address substance use, mental health, psychosocial, and medical needs
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
Act as liaison with community agencies and represent the program externally
Ensure compliance with agency policies and NJ state regulations
Maintain high standards of confidentiality and ethical practice
Monitor quality improvement initiatives and statistical reporting
Assist with staff recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and professional development
Evaluate client financial eligibility and oversee related documentation