Group Therapeutic Services Clinical Supervisor

Applewood Centers•Cleveland, OH

7d•$65,000 - $68,000

About The Position

Under the administrative and clinical supervision of the GTS Program Coordinator & the Director of Community Services, the GTS Clinical Supervisor is responsible for clinical oversight of the GTS groups including providing clinical and administrative supervision and training to assigned staff members, as well as assisting with monitoring assigned budget.

Requirements

Education: Minimum Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field.
Licensure: Minimum Valid Ohio LISW, LPCC, or LIMFT required.
Competencies & Skills: Core Expertise: Possesses skill, knowledge, and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
Independent Judgment: Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Leadership: Proven effective leadership skills to ensure departmental engagement and success.
Cultural Competency: Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity, and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups, and communities who represent various cultural and personal backgrounds and characteristics.
Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients, and family members.
Problem Solving & Decision Making: Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
Experience: Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a mental health setting with a minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience.
Other: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company. Must be approved by Applewood to transport clients in own vehicle.

Responsibilities

Provide Clinical & Administrative Supervision: Provide clinical and administrative supervision to GTS Licensed Group Facilitators and TBS duties for Youth Specialists (and other program staff as assigned) during team meetings and individual supervision.
Program Growth & Development: Expand and grow service deliveries to increase referral sources and revenue-generating client base.
Budget Management: Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to maintain and manage monthly and yearly budget requirements for the program.
Case Management & Referrals: Screen and assign appropriate cases to groups, track all referrals made to the program, and manage waitlists.
Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with parents, case managers, school personnel, and other professionals to facilitate clients' treatment progress and address any obstacles or concerns.
Compliance & Standards: Ensure that standards/regulations set by accrediting and/or licensing bodies are maintained by staff.
Staff Development: Monitor and facilitate staff development of skills in service delivery.
Documentation & Training: Train and develop staff in documentation skills and monitor adherence to agency policies and procedures.
Clinical Documentation & Compliance: Monitor and ensure staff compliance with required timelines on the completion of clinical documents, case summaries, outcomes, or other program requirements in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
Performance Evaluations: Maintain supervision records throughout the year for complete and accurate performance evaluations for each assigned staff member.
Curriculum Review & Approval: Review and approve all proposed group curricula, ensuring they are based on individual client treatment goals and supported by treatment plans.
Program Oversight: Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to provide oversight of day-to-day group programming, including ensuring the safety of clients and staff.
Program Census Management: Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly program census, track individual group census, and develop plans with both group staff and management to maintain or improve census within the program.
Quality Improvement (QI/QA): Complete QI/QA reviews for clinical services, monitor QI/QA results for assigned staff, develop plans of correction as needed, and follow up to ensure corrections are completed.
Collaboration & Project Development: Collaborate with other supervisory and administrative staff on projects and the development and implementation of solutions for effective care delivery.
Community Advocacy: Perform advocacy and liaison work with schools, the juvenile justice system, social services, and other community resources as needed.
Staff Recruitment & Selection: Participate in the interviewing and selection of candidates for clinical positions within the agency.
Program Change & Improvement: Collaborate with agency staff and administration on behalf of program changes.
Professional Development: Apply professional training to revise and update supervisory and clinical practice.
Attendance & Punctuality: Maintain a good on-time attendance record.
Committee Participation: Participate in Wingspan Committees as appropriate.
Other Duties as Assigned: Perform other duties as assigned.
Attend Meetings & Trainings: Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going trainings.
Maintain Certifications & Licensure: All required trainings, certifications, and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
Client Confidentiality: Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment. All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
Ethical Conduct: Assure that staff maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
Other Duties as Assigned: Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Comprehensive health & Rx plans, including a flat rate option.
Wellness program including free preventative care
Generous paid time off and holidays
100% paid parental leave for childbirth and adoption
50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW programs
403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
Pet insurance
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Support for continuing education and credential renewal
Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care