Clinical Supervisor

Position Overview
The Clinical Supervisor is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) responsible for providing clinical oversight, supervision, and leadership to licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based mental health services while maintaining compliance with state regulations, organizational policies, and best clinical practices.
The Clinical Supervisor provides supervision, consultation, and clinical guidance, and may maintain a limited caseload as assigned. This position collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and organizational leadership to support effective, client-centered care.
Key Responsibilities Clinical Supervision & Oversight
Provide individual and/or group clinical supervision to clinicians in accordance with state licensure requirements for LISW and LPCC supervision.
Review, approve, and provide feedback on clinical documentation, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Ensure clinical services are delivered using evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.
Provide consultation on complex cases and support ethical decision-making.
Monitor clinician performance and support professional development.
Direct Clinical Services (As Assigned)
Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care).
Address a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relational issues.
Create a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive therapeutic environment.
Assessments & Diagnosis
Conduct and/or review comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
Ensure accurate diagnosis using DSM-5 criteria.
Support clinicians in clinical formulation and diagnostic clarity.
Treatment Planning
Oversee development and ongoing review of individualized treatment plans.
Ensure treatment plans include measurable goals, objectives, and appropriate interventions.
Approve treatment plan updates based on clinical progress and outcomes.
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
Maintain compliance with state regulations, ethical standards, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
Participate in quality assurance, audits, and corrective action processes as needed.
Crisis Intervention & Risk Management
Provide clinical oversight during client crises, including assessment of risk to self or others.
Guide clinicians in safety planning, mandated reporting, and referrals to higher levels of care.
Ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up related to critical incidents.
Collaboration & Leadership
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatry, case management, and medical providers.
Participate in leadership meetings, case conferences, and program development initiatives.
Provide clinical input into policies, procedures, and service improvements.
Professional Development
Mentor clinicians in skill development, ethical practice, and professional growth.
Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, regulatory changes, and licensure requirements.
Complete required continuing education to maintain licensure and supervisory credentials.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
Active, unrestricted state licensure as an LISW or LPCC (required).
Meets state requirements to provide clinical supervision.
Demonstrated experience in clinical therapy, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
Strong knowledge of DSM-5, evidence-based practices, and ethical standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience providing clinical supervision.
Experience in community-based, school-based, or outpatient behavioral health settings.
Specialized training in trauma-informed care, substance use treatment, or evidence-based modalities.
Work Environment
Community mental health, outpatient, or school-based setting.
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
License/Certification:
LISW or LPCC (Required)
Work Location: In person

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No