Mental Health Professional

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

45d • $33 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

The CTS Clinical Supervisor plays a key leadership role in the Crisis Triage and Stabilization (CTS) Program and supports Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) Services. Working closely with the CWC Program Director, this position provides clinical supervision to mental health professionals, case managers, and other support staff. The Clinical Supervisor ensures regulatory compliance, promotes evidence-based crisis intervention practices, and helps create a safe, supportive environment for individuals in behavioral health crisis.

Requirements

• Meets Washington State Mental Health Professional (MHP) qualifications per WAC.
• Demonstrated clinical skills and experience providing treatment to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Strong knowledge of recovery-oriented care, trauma-informed practices, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals who may be difficult to engage or exhibit challenging behaviors.
• Current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s permit (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory or program management experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Experience mentoring and supporting staff in a high-intensity crisis care environment.
• Familiarity with the Living Room Model of service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff recruitment, interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, and performance supervision in alignment with agency policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable regulations.
• Facilitate bi-weekly clinical supervision for assigned staff and conduct probationary (90-day) and annual performance reviews.
• Develop, implement, and update Professional Development Plans for staff, reviewing progress quarterly.
• Lead monthly clinical meetings for mental health professionals and case management teams.
• Review clinical charts for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with WAC, Medicaid, and CARF accreditation standards.
• Ensure clinical services are client-centered, recovery-oriented, and aligned with agency policies.
• Provide guidance on crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, and ethical practices.
• Participate in seclusion and restraint debriefings to ensure compliance with policy and promote alternatives to restrictive interventions.
• Collaborate with the Program Director on staff training, professional development, and service delivery improvements.
• Coordinate services with Clark County’s Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs) and court programs under RCW 71.05.
• Serve as a resource for organizing supplies, managing operational needs, and filling in for floor staff coverage during low census or emergencies.
• Maintain open communication between team members, leadership, and other agency departments.
• Support ITA coverage as needed, including de-escalation training and intervention.
• Be available after hours, weekends, and holidays for crisis or emergency situations as part of the on-call rotation with other CWC leadership.
• Monitor ethical, safety, and compliance concerns and take immediate action when necessary.
• Ensure ongoing program evaluation and improvements to meet both client needs and regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that accrues at competitive rates and increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays and personal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed