Clinical Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Clinical Supervisor  

REPORTS TO: Clinical Program Director  

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and quality assurance of clinical services at Heal Together Counseling Center (HTCC). This position ensures that all services are delivered in accordance with evidence-based practices, ethical guidelines, and state and federal regulations, including Medicaid and ASAM criteria. The Clinical Supervisor provides supervision and leadership to clinical staff, ensures documentation compliance, and promotes a culture of recovery, accountability, and professional growth. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Clinical Oversight:  

• Provide clinical supervision to counselors, case managers, and peer support staff per Kentucky Administrative Regulations (e.g., 908 KAR 1:370 & 908 KAR 2:250). 

• Review and sign clinical documentation to ensure compliance with Medicaid, ASAM, and agency standards. 

• Monitor treatment plans, assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries for quality, timeliness, and clinical integrity. 

• Conduct regular case reviews and chart audits to ensure appropriate level of care and adherence to best practices. 

• Oversee clinical delivery of IOP and OP services including group therapy, individual therapy, family sessions, and crisis interventions. 

Staff Supervision and Development:  

• Facilitate individual and group clinical supervision meetings in compliance with credentialing and regulatory requirements. 

• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for clinical staff. 

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and evaluating clinical personnel. 

• Ensure staff maintain required licensure and continuing education. 

Program Administration:  

• Collaborate with the Clinical Program Director to ensure service delivery meets performance and billing standards. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures. 

• Support quality improvement initiatives, outcome tracking, and compliance audits. 

• Monitor and report on productivity, caseloads, and program performance indicators. 

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, treatment team reviews, and client case conferences. 

Client Care and Clinical Support:  

• Provide direct clinical services as needed, including assessment, treatment planning, and counseling. 

• Support crisis response, risk assessment, and safety planning for clients. 

• Ensure coordination of care with community partners, referral sources, and family supports. 

• Promote trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally competent care practices. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field. 

• Licensure: Must hold an active independent clinical license in Kentucky (e.g., LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, LCADC, or equivalent). 

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of post-graduate experience providing direct services to individuals with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders; at least one (1) year in a supervisory or leadership role preferred. 

• Knowledge:  

• Proficient understanding of ASAM criteria, treatment planning, and documentation requirements. 

• Familiarity with Kentucky Medicaid behavioral health regulations and payer requirements. 

• Experience in evidence-based practices such as CBT, MI, and relapse prevention models. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to maintain compliance with documentation and billing standards. 

• Skilled in clinical decision-making, problem solving, and crisis management. 

• Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation. 

• Committed to ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, reach overhead and lift up to 50 pounds; travel outside the office and/or attend meetings both during and after normal work hours, both at and away from the worksite. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. May involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Requires about 3 hours of sitting and no more than 5 hours of standing or walking in an 8-hour workday.  

Environmental Conditions:  The employee will work indoors and outdoors, as well as within a wide range of aftercare rental properties. This position will include travel of a reasonable distance.  

Mental Demands:  There are several daily deadlines associated with this position, which may cause significant levels of stress for some individuals. The position will work with clients, staff, and family members on a variety of issues. 

WORK EXPECTATIONS:  

1. Must be able to work well with other staff and clients. 
2. Some travel required. 
3. Minimum of 40 hours per week. 
4. Possibility of evening or weekend work as on call requires, or in case of emergency 

AT-WILL EMPLOYER STATEMENT:  

ATR is an At-Will employer. This means that regardless of any provision on this form, the company or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. Nothing in this job description or in any document or statement, written or oral shall limit the right to terminate employment at-will. 

No officer, employee or representative of the company is authorized to enter into an agreement -express or implied-with any employee for employment for a specified period unless such an agreement is in a written contract signed by the managing partner of the company. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:  

ATR is an equal opportunity employer, and we comply with federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. No person shall be discriminated against in employment, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, layoffs, any form of compensation or any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, tobacco use, gender identity, genetic information, military status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state or local law. I certify that I have read and understand the responsibility assigned to their position. 

I, the undersigned, understand the expectations of ATR and agree to be held accountable for fulfilling the above responsibilities. I commit myself to consultation, evaluation, and equipping.  

Any employee wishing to resign is required to furnish a written notice of such intention addressed to the employee’s immediate supervisor and the human resources department and/or office manager. ATR employees are entitled to all earned, unpaid wages. All termination pay will be distributed to the employee on the next payday following the termination according to the employee manual.