Social Work Residency Senior Clinical Supervisor LCSW

The Jewish Board•New York, NY

4d•$110,000

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Supervisor, LCSW is a member of the program leadership team, primarily responsible for clinical supervision and professional development of licensed staff providing treatment in the clinic. The role also implements and oversees evidence-based or innovative clinical services and models of care. The supervisor teaches, coaches, and supervises Social Work Residents individually and in groups, in partnership with the Social Work Residency Program and external evidence-based trainers. They are expected to have, or work toward, credentialing in a residency program evidence-based model, which may require carrying a small caseload and receiving supervision for that model. The supervisor ensures timely access to quality clinical services, including during crises; oversees functions that support clinical operations; and ensures compliance with Federal, State, and City regulatory bodies, CARF, and funding entities. The role also contributes to personnel management, program operations, quality improvement, and fiscal and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work.
New York State clinical licensure in social work (LCSW).
At least 5 years of experience working in clinics as a supervisor and/or certification in at least one evidence-based model.
Solid clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
Excellent organizational, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in DBT, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, EMDR, or CPP is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Identify program-level gaps in clinical services and develop solutions.
Lead implementation of evidence-based treatment or oversee innovative models of care in partnership with the training department and/or external agencies.
Work with program leadership to identify and assign clients who may benefit from residency evidence-based models.
Participate in evidence-based practice training and consultation, and support Social Work Residents in implementing evidence-based models.
Ensure assigned staff maintain active caseloads as defined by clinic executive leadership.
Work with clinicians to maximize time spent providing direct client care.
Teach, assess, and monitor timely note completion, time management, and organizational skills.
Develop clinicians’ competency in individual, group, and family therapy.
Teach person-centered treatment planning and ensure plans are interdisciplinary and client-driven.
Maintain current written supervisory notes documenting clinicians’ strengths and areas for improvement.
Provide direct client services as needed, including intakes and crisis interventions.
Develop strategies to ensure timely client access to care and increased engagement.
Supervise crisis intervention services.
Implement and collaborate on quality improvement initiatives.
Participate in quality assurance activities, including chart reviews and utilization management.
Integrate recovery, rehabilitation, treatment, and vocational components of the program.
Monitor and follow up on program incidents.
Oversee clinicians with combined caseloads of up to 600 clients when all supervisees are LCSWs, or 450 clients when supervisees include both LCSWs and LMSWs.
Provide weekly supervision to Social Work Residents and non-resident clinicians as needed.
Participate in hiring and orienting new staff.
Collaborate with the Learning Department to recruit and orient new Social Work Residents.
Complete performance appraisals on time and address performance concerns clearly and appropriately.
Conduct or participate in staff training and development.
Monitor staff attendance and vacation scheduling to ensure program coverage.
Supervise staff as appropriate to licensure.
Facilitate team meetings, case conferences, and other assigned meetings.
Ensure program and staff compliance with applicable regulations and standards of care.
Use electronic databases to monitor billing and address fiscal or billing issues.
Identify and develop systems to improve program operations.
Serve as backup to the Director or other supervisors and may assume responsibility for operations.
Implement change management effectively.
Analyze and interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
Participate in residency program quality improvement and assurance activities, including surveys and evaluations.
Liaise and collaborate regularly with the Social Work Residency/Learning Department team.