CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Fairbanks Native Associ• Fairbanks, AK, US, AK

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About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor provides clinical oversight and overall responsibility for clinical services within the Athabascan Behavioral Health Clinic grant project. The role ensures services align with the treatment philosophy, approach, and delivery model; comply with State and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards; and support project goals, objectives, outreach, and reporting. The position supervises and manages clinical staff and provides clinical supervision and training. The Clinic project aims to transform community behavioral health care through comprehensive, coordinated services, culturally specific programming, strength-based services, community-wide engagement, evidence-based practices, and early intervention. The Clinical Supervisor also provides direct clinical care to a limited caseload and supports consumers, staff, and program operations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or a related field.
At least two years of experience working in behavioral health and/or mental health.
At least two years of experience working with the AN/AI population and providing culturally specific services.
Ability to report to work in a timely manner.
Above-average computer skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel, and ability to accurately enter information into reporting formats.
Above-average communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Knowledge of how to assist potentially escalated individuals during data collection.
Strong understanding of and sensitivity to diverse cultures and lifestyles, with demonstrated experience working effectively with Alaska Native populations.
Ability to protect confidential information and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR requirements.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret billing procedures.
Ability to manage concurrent priorities and tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Maintain CPR/First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (MANDT or similar) training annually.

Nice To Haves

Four years of experience working in behavioral health and/or mental health.
Four years of experience working with the AN/AI population and providing culturally specific services.

Responsibilities

Develop, revise, and maintain clinical policies and procedures as needed.
Ensure new clinical staff receive orientation as prescribed by policies and procedures.
Train, oversee, and guide clinical staff in clinical documentation and evidence-based practices (EBP), including use of fidelity testing tools.
Provide outpatient mental health care consistent with Veterans Health Administration clinical mental health guidelines.
Provide EBP in Illness Management & Recovery, Crisis Oriented Recovery, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Intensive Case Management.
Develop a Cultural Modification Plan within three months in coordination with the Implementation Specialist/Technical Assistant (ISTA) when EBP modifications are needed.
Ensure service types and diagnoses are collected and reported in SAMHSA’s Performance Accountability and Reporting System (SPARS).
Monitor and approve clinical documentation for billing and chart accuracy in accordance with FNA Behavioral Health Services policies and procedures.
Routinely review treatment charts for accuracy, treatment compliance, and adherence to CARF and State standards.
Guide treatment breakout groups for LGBTQ+ consumers, addressing topics such as minority stress, emotional awareness and regulation, acceptance, reducing avoidance, and assertive communication.
Serve as Directing Clinician for a limited caseload, ensuring accurate documentation and treatment and discharge planning, and providing individual and group counseling.
Create staff development and individual learning plans to support staff skills, performance, and certification.
Conduct annual evaluations of clinical staff and write work plans aligned with Alaska Core Competencies for each position.
Assist with quarterly grant and program reports and annual grant continuations.
Assist with outreach services to support treatment utilization and orient consumers entering the unit.
Maintain an active presence and availability on the treatment unit for consumer and staff needs.
Develop and maintain treatment and staff work schedules.
Conduct weekly team case staffing and treatment plan reviews to consider consumers’ current issues and level-of-care needs.
Fulfill responsibilities during staff vacancies to meet consumer needs.
Adhere to Alaska Core Competencies outlined in C. Supervisor Core Competencies.
Maintain annual CPR/First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (MANDT or similar) training.
Participate in internal and external meetings and training, and complete other related duties as assigned.
Maintain respectful relationships with consumers, former consumers, and family members.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA, and maintain positive working relationships with staff while supporting FNA management.