Clinical Supervisor - Behavioral Health (LPCC, LISW, or IMFT)

Talbert House•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$60,500 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor leads outpatient behavioral health services at the Western Hills location. The role oversees clinical service delivery, mentors and develops clinicians and direct service staff, and promotes evidence-based, person-centered care for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. The supervisor supports clinical assessments, diagnostic formulation, treatment planning, complex cases, and continuous improvement while ensuring services meet applicable contractual, licensing, certification, accreditation, regulatory, and agency standards. The position combines clinical leadership, staff supervision, direct client care, documentation, communication, and driving as required by assigned duties. It includes individual and group counseling, clinical consultation, staff development, quality and outcome monitoring, crisis response, and collaboration with internal leaders and community providers. The role requires a master's degree in social sciences or a related field; an active Ohio independent clinical license as an LISW or LPCC appropriate to the area of practice; the ability to obtain the applicable supervisory (S) designation within one year of hire; and a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance. The posting also identifies IMFT as an accepted required license in its opening summary, while the detailed qualifications list LISW or LPCC.

Requirements

Master's degree in social sciences or a related field.
Active Ohio independent clinical license as an LISW or LPCC, appropriate to the area of practice; the posting's opening summary also lists IMFT.
Ability to obtain the applicable supervisory (S) designation within one year of hire.
Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
Knowledge of mental health conditions, evidence-based treatments, clinical best practices, and recovery-oriented behavioral health care.
Understanding of mental health assessments, diagnostic criteria, clinical formulation, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions.
Knowledge of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders and integrated treatment approaches.
Familiarity with cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and other clinically appropriate interventions.
Current knowledge of DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and psychotropic medications, including common uses, side effects, and clinical considerations.
Sound clinical judgment in case review, treatment-effectiveness evaluation, complex client care, and selection of interventions.
Knowledge of crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and referral and escalation procedures.
Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, person-centered care.
Ability to provide clinical supervision, coaching, consultation, and professional development.
Ability to foster teamwork, communicate expectations, address performance concerns or conflict constructively, and build productive relationships with partners.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to detail and use electronic service documentation systems effectively.
Ability to interpret clinical outcome and program performance data and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

Oversee outpatient mental health and behavioral health services in accordance with contractual, licensing, certification, accreditation, and agency standards.
Champion and support consistent implementation of approved, evidence-based clinical treatment models.
Provide clinical oversight and case consultation for assessments, diagnostic formulation, individualized treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.
Oversee mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations, and develop treatment recommendations based on clients' needs, strengths, and circumstances.
Provide individual and group counseling to people experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring behavioral health challenges.
Support evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed interventions.
Promote person-centered, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care and interventions that address psychological, emotional, behavioral, and environmental factors.
Provide clinical supervision, coaching, consultation, and mentorship to clinicians and direct service staff.
Ensure staff receive training, guidance, and ongoing supervision to deliver effective, ethical, culturally responsive, evidence-based services.
Develop staff skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, documentation, crisis response, and complex client care.
Guide staff in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, mood disorders, and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Participate in hiring staff who report to the supervisor and foster a collaborative environment supporting professional growth and accountability.
Monitor treatment effectiveness, clinical outcomes, and key performance indicators; use data to improve care quality and program performance.
Ensure clinical records, assessments, diagnostic documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, and other records comply with applicable requirements.
Participate in site audits, peer reviews, clinical record reviews, and Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
Complete required reports accurately and on time; identify clinical risks and respond to unusual incidents, including appropriate follow-up and corrective actions.
Promote adherence to professional ethics, clinical standards, confidentiality requirements, and behavioral health regulations.
Maintain effective clinical workflows and delegate responsibilities to support high-quality, efficient service delivery.
Collaborate with the Associate Director and other leaders on clinical initiatives, program development, and operational priorities.
Coordinate across service lines and with community providers and treatment professionals to support integrated care and continuity of care.
Apply crisis intervention and risk-management strategies for suicide risk, psychiatric symptoms, behavioral health crises, and other safety concerns.
Support staff in identifying changes in client functioning and determining appropriate interventions, referrals, and levels of care.
Help maintain a safe, welcoming, supportive treatment environment with appropriate clinical and professional boundaries.
Perform other duties as assigned.