Clinical Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

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