Clinical Supervisor

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Job description

Clinical Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Supervisor will carry responsibility for supervising six or more full-time and/or part time clinical staff. The supervisor will ultimately be responsible for the clinical practice of the persons to whom they are assigned, identifying areas of weakness, and evaluating the overall quality of their work. Clinical supervisors are responsible for maintaining the information regarding compliance measures for the programs in which their supervisees work, and ensuring compliance with all measures. The position requires a breadth of knowledge regarding mental health diagnoses, treatment interventions for children, adolescents and adults, and current best practices for a broad range of client profiles, as well as an ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the diverse cultural groups served by the agency. Includes knowledge of addictions issues such as substance abuse, eating disorders, and domestic violence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include the following, and other duties may be assigned:

• Maintain a high level of quality clinical service through supervision of assigned staff
• Ability to apply differential diagnosis included but not limited to co-occurring disorders, to a broad range of client issues
• Ability to present the agency programs to external stakeholders and other providers throughout Miami-Dade County
• Regular review of caseloads including approval of treatment plans, and overall clinical direction of each case
• Approve requests for referral for psychiatric evaluations by JCS consultants
• Review decisions with supervisees to plan for the termination of clinical services
• Coordinate the schedule of supervisees
• Approve requests for leave in coordination with office support staff
• Review requests for conference participation
• Complete annual staff performance evaluations
• Monitor productivity and caseloads of supervisees and direct reports
• Provide clinical coverage for supervisees when the supervisee is on leave
• Carry a clinical caseload of a minimum of 5-7 clients weekly
• Provide opportunities for student training within their programs
• Flexibility with schedule including a minimum of two evenings per week
• Available to represent the Agency at meetings or community events, or professional presentations. Flexible schedule for these events on evenings or Sundays
• Completion of reports for grants and other funding sources
• Participate in monthly professional seminars and in-service training
• Demonstrate program development skills through participation in grant writing and proposal writing in collaboration with the Division Director of Clinical Services
• Staff development for staff under supervision of this position
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and administration
• Participate in quality improvement activities and quarterly meetings
• Work in collaboration with the coordinator of the graduate student intern program to train and/or supervise graduate student interns
• Supervise and coordinate Employee Assistance affiliations and referrals
• Work in collaboration with Directors for CARF re-accreditation and CARF related activities
• Work with utilization management and billing staff on the claims billing process
• Have an understanding of the breadth of the programming in which supervisees participate including: outpatient counseling services, DUI program Infant and Early Childhood Services, LGBTQ+ program and the PACTT Initiative (Providing Adolescents and Children Trauma-Focused Treatment).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- The Clinical Supervisor will carry responsibility for supervising six or more full-time and/or part-time clinical staff. The supervisor will ultimately be responsible for the clinical practice of the persons to whom they are assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in a mental health discipline with relevant clinical experience, required
• Minimum of five years post-degree experience, required
• At least two years of experience providing clinical supervision to unlicensed and/or licensed therapists LCSW, LMFT or LMHC Licensure, required in the state of Florida
• Qualified Supervisor in the State of Florida
• Completion of an approved supervision course meeting state of Florida requirements
• Demonstrate a practice philosophy generally in accordance with that of JCS
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with colleagues, supervisees, and administrators
• Knowledge of cultural issues and demonstrates ability to be sensitive to the range of clients served by the agency
• An expressed commitment to the purpose and goals of Jewish Community Services
• Bilingual language abilities, a plus

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizations values.

• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.

• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decision; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasons for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to insure quality.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or expected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management directions; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

• Diversity - Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity, equity and inclusion; promotes a safe environment free of harassment; Promotes the implementation of a diverse, welcoming and affirming business culture and workforce.

ABOUT: Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) is the foremost non-profit, human services agency whose mission is to improve the quality of life and self-sufficiency of the Jewish and broader communities throughout South Florida in accordance with Jewish values. Founded in 1920, JCS delivers exemplary social services through compassionate and comprehensive programs that help people stay healthy and productive.

PERKS: We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees, including medical and dental plans. A generous vacation and holiday pay benefit and a 401(k) match is available. Staff receives monthly in-service training and CEU opportunities. This is a one of a kind opportunity for leadership in talent management to contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day in service to our community!

JCS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or veteran status.



Status - Full-Time/Exempt