Coordinator of Clinical Supervision

Behavioral Health Services North Inc•Town of Queensbury, NY

5h•$0 - $93,000

About The Position

BHSN is seeking a Coordinator of Clinical Supervision to provide clinical supervision and leadership to clinical supervisors and clinicians. The coordinator supervises social workers, mental health counselors, and interns in assigned programs and assists the Director of Clinical Services with training, program development, documentation processes, and quality assurance. As a member of an interdisciplinary team at an assigned site, the coordinator also provides direct clinical services, including individual, family, and group therapy, counseling, and crisis services as appropriate. Programs may include outpatient behavioral health clinics, school-based services, crisis services, substance abuse services, and rehabilitative programs. The role includes supporting staff development and compliance, coordinating care with internal and external partners, contributing to policy and quality improvement work, and ensuring clinical documentation meets regulatory and organizational requirements. A valid New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for local and regional travel.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
LMHC or LCSW license.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage time effectively and organize tasks.
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate across disciplines and programs.
Knowledge of substance abuse issues, including signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, intervention strategies, and associated medical concerns.
Individual, family, and group therapy skills.
Broad clinical knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychiatric diagnosis.
Ability to conduct clinical interviews and assess mental status.
Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation for local and regional travel.

Nice To Haves

Six or more years of direct clinical service experience with the population served by the assigned clinical program is strongly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of PC applications and electronic medical records is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead Clinical Supervisors in implementing best practices, developing leadership, and promoting high-quality clinical care.
Conduct administrative and clinical supervision as appropriate, and maintain required supervision documentation and logs.
Provide training, supervision, mentorship, and ongoing guidance to program staff.
Review psychotherapy notes, treatment plans, and other clinical documentation for providers requiring oversight, including permit-holding staff, in accordance with regulatory standards.
Monitor documentation and policy deadlines and help develop support plans when clinicians do not meet organizational expectations or requirements.
Complete collaborative documentation and reporting in accordance with state and federal guidelines and organizational policies and procedures.
Lead and participate in staff meetings, interdisciplinary collaboration, continuing education activities, and group supervision.
Identify and support site supervisors for master’s-level interns and student placements.
Coordinate treatment and care with behavioral health and medical providers, probation, parole, schools, and community partners; facilitate referrals for inpatient or higher levels of care when clinically indicated.
Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary coordination meetings to support integrated services and positive treatment outcomes.
Participate in policy review and help develop and implement policies supporting clinical program growth and compliance with governing bodies.
Assist with staff onboarding and annual compliance training, support staff in obtaining necessary CEUs, and promote professional and clinical development.
Work with the Director of Clinical Services to ensure clinical documentation and forms are functional and compliant, and provide training and support when forms change.
Ensure clinicians comply with licensure and registration requirements.
Participate in interviews for clinical positions and other interviews as appropriate.
Provide direct clinical services, including assessment, individual, family, and group therapy, and crisis intervention, in accordance with individualized treatment plans and evidence-based practices.
Provide crisis assessment and intervention services when assigned to help reduce emergency department utilization and prevent inpatient admissions when appropriate.
Document services in accordance with federal and state regulations and BHSN policies and procedures, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality.
Maintain client confidentiality and protect confidential health information.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
Perform additional duties as assigned.