Clinical Supervisor

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive services to diverse communities, with a special focus on Latinos in Washington State. Position Summary The Clinical Supervisor oversees mental health outpatient treatment at the site, supervises therapists and support staff, provides direct services to clients, conducts groups, intakes, and assessments, and coordinates with the Behavioral Health Program Manager for administrative and clinical management. Duties and Responsibilities Participate in interviewing and selecting candidates for employment, training employees, planning, assigning and directing work/caseloads for employees. Review client charts to ensure compliance with BHO, DBHR, and The Joint Commission requirements. Provide clinical individual and group supervision to all mental health therapists, peer specialists, case managers, and program staff working on the site. Review and approve therapists’ clinical documentation in Cerner, as appropriate. Ensure staff meets weekly service hours and monthly productivity requirements. Ensure staff has full caseloads and that caseloads are adequately distributed among all staff. Ensure client retention and treatment success. Ensure all staff follows the Sea Mar patient‑centered model. Conduct weekly file reviews and implement appropriate corrective actions to ensure files meet federal, state, county, and Sea Mar requirements. Report findings to the Program Manager and, as appropriate, to the Regional Behavioral Health Director. Ensure QI reports are completed on a timely manner. Maintain a positive relationship with the BHO and referral agencies. Promote the program to community‑based agencies, faith communities, social services agencies, criminal justice institutions, community health centers, schools, and other potential referral agencies. Ensure clinical staff submits daily collected data and daily data entry in the regional data system. Ensure data timeliness and accuracy. Ensure client information is protected and that all employees follow the HIPAA confidentiality requirements. Work in partnership with the Program Manager to ensure high quality of care for all Sea Mar patients. Ensure daily completion of electronic progress notes. Review and approve electronic progress notes, when necessary, in a timely fashion. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Identify and categorize each patient’s age‑specific grouping of needs. Provide clinical supervision of mental health staff as required by WAC and ensure client care is provided according to WAC, county contracts, TJC, and Sea Mar Policies and Procedures. Ensure system integration of care (primary care, behavioral health, dental care, and overall health) for all patients. Participate in management meetings and staff meetings to coordinate effectively with other members of staff and the management team, and assist in making appropriate inter‑agency referrals. Provide outpatient evaluations, assessments, and psychotherapy to individuals and families in a variety of therapeutic treatment modalities. Maintain regular contact with clients, including home visits if necessary, to assess and evaluate the consumer’s psychiatric status, basic needs, strengths, and weaknesses. Consult and collaborate with other professionals/agencies on client evaluations, treatment plans and follow‑up. Prepare concise, complete, and timely consumer records, according to agency policy and WAC requirements. Assure that clinical staff maintains updated documentation as required by WAC, County, and State contracts. Assure that all clinical staff meets TJC standards in the delivery of clinical services. All other duties as assigned by Regional Director. Qualifications Cultural Knowledge : Knowledge and experience working with Latinos, migrant and seasonal farm workers, and homeless individuals is preferred. Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before clients or employees of an organization. Mathematical Skills : Ability to calculate figures and amounts, apply basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability : Apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions and deal with problems. Education and Experience : Master’s degree in Social Science or Social Service field; Minimum five (5) years in the field with some administrative experience; Licensure preferred (LMHC, LMFT, LICSW) or a valid Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License. Professional Credentials : Mental Health Professional status required; Minority Mental Health Specialist certification preferred. Conditions of Employment Must sign an oath of permanent confidentiality covering all patient‑related information. Must receive a background check from DSHS and Washington State Patrol. Must comply with all ethical standards of Sea Mar and as required by DOH. No history or evidence of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three (3) years immediately prior to employment. Must complete an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist. Additional Requirements Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and maintain it throughout employment. Must take a TB test annually and at time of hire. Annual influenza vaccine required; employees with approved medical or religious exemption must wear a mask during the flu season. Physical Requirements The position requires use of hands, arms, walking, standing, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Supervision This position supervises the clinical work performed by Mental Health Therapists at the site and works with and supports Sea Mar employees and patients to help fulfill the organization’s mission. Salary 80,168.40USD annual. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long‑Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid time‑off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid holidays 401(k) / Retirement options Equal Opportunity Sea Mar is an equal‑opportunity employer that serves all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay for services. #J-18808-Ljbffr