Depending upon specific program, assignment may perform any of all of the following:
Performs supervisory duties including: interviewing, hiring, and training clinical and other supervisees; manages performance, conducts performance appraisals, takes disciplinary measures as needed; implements clinical on-boarding procedures.
Directly manages, supervises, and monitors clinical activities including the distribution and tracking of case assignments; schedules, productivity, and coordinates psychological/psychiatric consultation and linkage services. (via Welligent)
Reviews outcome measures with initial assessments/treatment planning goals to ensure fidelity to EBP models/client care and implementation of treatment goals.
Review and Maintain audit ready standards via QA and peer audit.
Ensures each billable staff maintains appropriate caseload to reach the budgeted daily expectation of billable hours. (refer to Productivity Policy)
Confirms quality service delivery through completion and submission of service plans, progress notes, and other outcome measures. (refer to Progress/Case Note Submission Policy)
Comes prepared to conduct supervision by discussing supervisees' current caseload, documentation and productivity; issues constructive feedback and direction; and ensures supervisees utilize feedback into their clinical practice with clients.
Provides clinical group supervision in designated EBP; ensuring fidelity to the model, if applicable.
Monitoring and ensuring compliance to contracts and accreditation (COA) standards.
Maintains knowledge of program standards and policies as developed by Five Acres, COA, Community Care
Licensing, DCFS, DMH, and other governing bodies; develops personal and professional knowledge by attending
educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of
the art practices; participating in in-service programs.
Qualifications
To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:
LMFT, LCSW or LPCC preferred license issued by the State of California, plus a minimum of two years post-licensure experience.
Must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Training in Supervision Practices as specified by the Board of Behavioral Sciences to supervise MA and MSW interns.
Training in an Evidence Based Practice, and serving 1 client per practice, if applicable.
Experience and education relative to the specific type of clients he or she will be supervising.
2 + years' experience in the areas of family and child welfare, mental health and child abuse prevention and treatment.
Effective communication skills both oral and written.
Working knowledge of community resources that address the special needs of the client base.
Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.
Ability to attend Day 1 of the Pro Act de-escalating system training.
Maintain First Aid/CPR Certification.
Computer skills sufficient to meet production demands of the job including Microsoft Office and WELLIGENT software for program notes, and maintain detailed, accurate and complete records.
Ability to work varied hours including evenings, nights and weekends.
Must have a valid California Driver License, proof of automobile insurance and meet the Agency's safe driver guidelines.
Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among the clients, families and staff.
A basic understanding of age-appropriate behavior for children/adolescents.
Strong leadership skills sufficient to supervise a staff of approximately eight to ten.
