Clinical Supervisor

Latin American Youth Center•Washington, DC

3d•$75,000 - $81,000

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor oversees treatment services delivered by School Based Mental Health and/or Office-Based Behavioral Health clinicians, along with day-to-day behavioral health programming. Each supervisor is assigned 6–8 therapists, clinicians, direct service staff, and/or clinical interns working in schools, in the office, or across both settings. The role ensures treatment quality meets DBH and LAYC standards through individual and group supervision, documentation review, and identification of staff training needs. The Clinical Supervisor reports to the Behavioral Health Director. The position oversees treatment planning and service delivery for youth in mental health programs, supports clinician development and performance, coordinates referrals and case assignments, and works with school partners and community organizations. The supervisor also tracks outcomes, supports reporting and compliance, assists with crisis response, and may provide direct therapeutic services when needed. The role involves travel to LAYC sites and schools in the DMV area and requires a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for school events.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field.
Active DC Independent Clinical Social Work License (LICSW).
At least three years of experience providing and/or supervising clinical services to adolescents and young adults.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Strong mentoring and coaching experience.
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of community and local resources.
Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for school events.
Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
Flexible, energetic, positive approach and commitment to youth development in a high-quality, respectful environment.
Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with substance use disorders, trauma treatment, or school-based mental health.
Knowledge of electronic health records such as InSync and FAS Outcomes databases.

Responsibilities

Oversee the course of treatment for youth enrolled in mental health programs in conjunction with the Director of Behavioral Health.
Provide weekly individual supervision and periodic group supervision in accordance with DBH, LAYC, and applicable DC licensing board requirements.
Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and annual performance evaluations of supervisees.
Oversee the intake and assignment process by reviewing referrals and intakes with the referral coordinator and assigning cases to appropriate clinicians and settings in a timely manner.
Maintain productive partnerships with schools by engaging Behavioral Health Coordinators, Principals, and other school staff to identify needs, develop work plans, strengthen workflows, and guide prevention, early intervention, and treatment activities.
Track client outcomes and program data and support required reporting to DBH and funders.
Assist staff with crisis interventions, including suicide and risk assessments, safety planning, mandated reporting to CFSA, and incident reporting; provide after-hours support in emergencies when required by protocols.
Provide direct therapeutic services to clients and families when needed to cover clinical gaps or support the clinical team.
Complete personal clinical documentation within 24 hours of service and oversee supervisees’ documentation, including review and approval within one week of diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, encounter notes, case transfers, and discharge summaries.
Serve as clinical liaison to LAYC programs and local organizations regarding clinical services and case coordination for complex client cases.
Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Director to develop and monitor workflow, caseloads, and clinician productivity, ensure timely service delivery and billing compliance with DBH and Medicaid requirements, and support the development and review of behavioral health policies and procedures.
Provide input on renewal of existing certifications and participate in review of the annual strategic plan.
Improve professional skills through workshops, seminars, and training sessions, and maintain licensure and supervisor credentials.
Adhere to LAYC personnel policies and perform other duties as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance.
Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire.
Three weeks of paid vacation leave per year, accrued and increasing to four weeks with tenure.
12 paid holidays per year.
12 days of paid sick leave per year.
Four wellness days.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
Health club discounts.