Clinical Supervisor

Latin American Youth Center•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor oversees treatment services provided by School Based Mental Health clinicians 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, the office, or both. The supervisor ensures treatment quality meets DBH and LAYC standards through individual and group supervision, documentation review, and identification of staff training needs. The position reports to the Behavioral Health Director. Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) empowers youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood through comprehensive programs addressing social, academic, and career needs. LAYC serves approximately 4,000 individuals annually, supporting academic achievement, healthy behavior, and successful adulthood. The workplace is fast-paced, and travel is required to LAYC sites and schools in the DMV area. The position is largely sedentary and requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 10 pounds. Local and/or regional travel may be required. The role requires a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for school events, and may require after-hours support to staff during emergencies.

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 or 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.
Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.
Flexible, energetic, positive approach and commitment to youth development in a high-quality, respectful environment.
Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for school events.

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 to supervisees, consistent 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.
Build and maintain productive partnerships with school staff, including Behavioral Health Coordinators and Principals, 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, following DBH and site protocols.
Provide direct therapeutic services to clients and families when needed to cover clinical gaps or support the clinical team.
Submit personal clinical documentation within 24 hours of the service date 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 a clinical liaison to LAYC programs and local organizations regarding clinical services and case coordination for complex cases.
Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Director to develop and monitor workflow, caseloads, and clinician productivity, ensuring timely services and billing compliance with DBH and Medicaid requirements.
Support development and review of Behavioral Health policies and procedures as needed.
Provide input on renewal of existing certifications and participate in review of the annual strategic plan.
Attend workshops, seminars, and training sessions to improve professional skills, and maintain licensure and supervisor credentials.
Adhere to LAYC personnel policies.
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’ 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.