Clinical Supervisor - LADC, LMHC, LCSW
About The Position
The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of a clinical team in an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) recovery environment. You will maintain standards of professional counseling practice in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for directing care of patients, facilitating work flows, and serves as a resource for staff and providing team leadership. Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in New Bedford, MA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers-the nation's leader in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. We provide a continuum of care that includes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and mobile treatment units. Our approach to holistic addiction care extends beyond clinical treatment, incorporating recovery coaching, community outreach and partnerships to ensure patients receive comprehensive, patient-centered support. With 14 outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we're breaking down barriers to care and supporting long-term recovery. Our CTC clinics partner with nursing homes, justice systems, and community groups to provide holistic, patient-centered care. From wellness initiatives and holiday celebrations to yoga and animal therapy, we foster a supportive environment for healing and whole-person well-being.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in psychology, behavioral health, social work, counseling, or a social services-related field is required.
- Minimum 2 years of supervised substance use/addiction counseling experience is required
- Minimum of 1 year full-time equivalent of clinical experience in a supervisory role is required
- One of the following is required in the state of Massachusetts: LMHC LADC I LCSW LICSW
Nice To Haves
- Leadership experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, including outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
- In-depth knowledge of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols and practices, including the use of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Experience supervising and mentoring clinical staff in the delivery of individual and group counseling services for individuals with substance use disorders.
- Strong understanding of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention, with the ability to train and guide staff in their implementation.
- Oversight of clinical documentation practices, ensuring accuracy and compliance in treatment plans, progress notes, and assessments in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission requirements, with a focus on maintaining audit readiness.
- Proven success in fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including medical providers, case managers, and peer support staff, to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
Responsibilities
- Providing supervision of the clinical staff in an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) recovery environment.
- Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF standards, and clinic and corporate policies and procedures.
- Monitoring counselor's compliance with productivity requirements and developing improvement plans when requirements are not met.
- Making staff assignments and creating schedules; updating support staff when changes are made.
- Conducting patient treatment plan reviews as needed.
- Performing chart audits and communicates results of audits to staff.
- Assisting with the recruitment, hiring and training of qualified clinical staff.
- Involvement in crisis intervention and working as a liaison within community as needed.
- Ensuring ethical and professional conduct by clinical staff.
Benefits
- Semi-Annual Bonus Program
- Sign-On Bonus Available
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Competitive 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
- Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
- Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
