Clinical Vocational Supervisor

Horizon Career • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon is seeking a Clinical Vocational Supervisor to provide clinical leadership and make a difference in the lives of others. In this role, you will work in a supportive, team-based environment with a seamless onboarding experience. You will provide weekly supervision to VRCs, ensure person-centered vocational counseling, oversee the integration of vocational services, lead employer partnership development, and conduct labor market analysis. You will also serve as the primary point of contact with the OASAS liaison, ensure data submission, lead CQI processes, and share outcomes with leadership and partners.

Requirements

• Completed Master’s degree in a program that will grant licensure in the state of New York required.
• LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC required.
• 1 year of demonstrated expertise in SUD treatment and clinical supervision required.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and data-driven decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with employer engagement, workforce development, or vocational programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly supervision to VRCs, including case consultation, performance feedback, skills development, and support.
• Ensure VRCs deliver person-centered, trauma-informed vocational counseling aligned with recovery-oriented care.
• Oversee integration of vocational services within multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Lead the development and maintenance of employer partnerships across Western New York.
• Collaborate with the Communications Department to conduct outreach to business associations, industry networks, and community partners.
• Provide consultation to employers on inclusive hiring practices, recovery-friendly workplace policies, accommodations, and retention strategies.
• Conduct ongoing labor market analysis using NYS DOL data, employer feedback, and economic development updates.
• Guide VRCs in aligning job development activities with in-demand occupations and patient career interests.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the OASAS job development and technical assistance liaison.
• Participate in required monthly meetings, webinars, and statewide convenings.
• Ensure timely, accurate monthly data submission in collaboration with the Business Intelligence (BI) Department.
• Lead CQI processes, including data review, performance trend analysis, and development of improvement plans.
• Share outcomes and insights with leadership, OASAS, and regional partners.

Benefits

• 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs
• Student Loan Assistance ($600 per year)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 10% tuition discount through a partnership with Capella University for employees and their families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees