SUD Clinical Supervisor (Board-Approved Alcohol and Drug Supervisor)

AUGUST ROSE HEALTH CENTER LLC

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

August Rose Health Center is seeking a Maryland Board-Approved Alcohol and Drug Supervisor to support the development, implementation, clinical oversight, and quality monitoring of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Level 1 outpatient services. This role is responsible for providing SUD-specific clinical supervision, consultation, documentation review, staff training, and compliance support. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in substance use treatment and co-occurring disorders, with proficiency in ASAM-informed care, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, harm reduction, ethical supervision practices, Medicaid documentation standards, and person-centered, trauma-informed service delivery.

Requirements

Maryland Board-Approved Alcohol and Drug Supervisor (required)
Active Maryland licensure or credential in good standing (e.g., LCADC, LCPC, LCSW-C with Board-approved status, or equivalent)
Minimum of three (3) years of alcohol and drug counseling experience
Minimum of 3,000 hours of direct client care (or equivalent Board-approved criteria)
Completion of approved clinical supervision training
Demonstrated expertise in SUD treatment, co-occurring disorders, ASAM criteria, and evidence-based practices
Ability to provide clinical documentation review, staff coaching, and compliance guidance effectively
Ability to successfully complete background checks, credential verification, and onboarding requirements
Strong knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery models, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care
Ability to evaluate clinical documentation for quality, compliance, and medical necessity
Strong communication, leadership, and training skills
Ability to provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback
Commitment to ethical practice and professional boundaries
Dedication to culturally responsive and equitable care
Proficiency with EHR systems, telehealth platforms, and standard business tools

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or launching outpatient SUD programs
Experience supervising SUD credentialed professionals (e.g., ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LCADC)
Familiarity with CARF standards, Maryland Medicaid requirements, and COMAR regulations
Experience in OMHC, SUD outpatient, PRP, or integrated behavioral health settings
Experience developing workflows, training materials, and supervision frameworks

Responsibilities

Provide SUD-specific clinical supervision to assigned staff, interns, and credential-seeking professionals in accordance with Maryland Board approval and scope of practice.
Promote ethical care, clinical competence, professional development, client safety, and regulatory compliance through supervision practices.
Offer consultation on complex cases involving substance use, co-occurring disorders, relapse risk, safety concerns, engagement barriers, and discharge planning.
Support clinicians transitioning into substance use treatment through coaching, case conceptualization, and documentation guidance.
Collaborate with leadership to develop workflows, protocols, and clinical pathways for SUD Level 1 outpatient services.
Support integration of SUD services within the OMHC structure, including referral processes, intake, screening, assessment, treatment planning, and discharge procedures.
Provide recommendations related to staffing, training, supervision, and quality assurance as program needs evolve.
Participate in program launch activities, staff education, and implementation planning.
Review clinical documentation (assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries) to ensure quality, medical necessity, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in chart audits and provide feedback to improve accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
Assist in developing documentation tools, audit processes, and training materials.
Promote documentation practices that clearly reflect client needs, interventions, progress, and level-of-care justification.
Provide training on SUD treatment, co-occurring disorders, ASAM-informed care, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, harm reduction, and ethical practice.
Support competency-based supervision and workforce development aligned with CARF standards.
Educate staff on distinctions between mental health and SUD documentation requirements.
Foster a culture of learning, accountability, and high-quality care.
Support coordination with external providers, referral sources, and community resources as appropriate.
Promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, culturally responsive, and client-centered care.
Identify and escalate clinical, ethical, or compliance concerns to leadership in a timely manner.
Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and applicable regulations.
Support CARF-aligned standards, including person-centered care, workforce competency, ethical practice, and performance improvement.
Practice within the scope of licensure, credentialing, and Board approval.
Maintain current licensure, supervision approval, and required continuing education.
Comply with all agency policies, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and regulatory requirements.
Immediately report any changes in licensure, Board status, or compliance standing to leadership.