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

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision and Consultation

• 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. 

Program Development and Implementation

• 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. 

Documentation, Quality Assurance, and Compliance

• 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. 

Training and Workforce Development

• 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. 

Care Coordination and Ethical Practice

• 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. 

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 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 

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 

Compliance and CARF Alignment

• 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