Licensed Clinical Therapist– Intern Supervisor

Description

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Therapist / Intern Supervisor 

Classification: Exempt / Full-Time / Hybrid / M-F 8am-5pm 

Reports to: Clinical Director 

JOB SUMMARY  

This position will be responsible for the provision counseling for clients, clinical supervision of interns; attendance and support of case conferencing and ensuring that clients with ongoing treatment needs are successfully connected with appropriate community-based treatment programs. The position will support interns by assisting with interventions, de-escalations and prevention efforts. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Provides individual and/or group supervision to interns and associates within the agency 

• Provides direct services to designated clients which include: intake, assessment, and counseling as well as client advocacy with the goal of supporting self-sufficiency 

• Recruit, screen, place and supervise interns who will provide short term counseling and case management services at multiple Interfaith service locations. 

• Working with the agency’s treatment team of behavioral health providers, provide/organize clinical in-service staff trainings to ensure best practice and consistency across programs. 

• Support treatment team meetings for clinical and/or paraprofessional staff to ensure compliance, best practice and offer clinical supervision for staff working with difficult clients. 

• Provide direct services to clients including short term counseling, crisis intervention, and linkage with longer term services. 

• Participate, when appropriate, in case conferences for clients receiving counseling services. 

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with mental health providers to ensure that clients with ongoing treatment needs are successfully transferred to longer term services. 

• Maintain accurate records and files and prepare reports as required by funders and agency administration. 

• Complete billing and enter data into Clarity and/or other electronic data systems as required by funders and Interfaith. 

• Monitor compliance with grant and contract requirements. Make recommendations to Supervisor regarding any program changes needed to meet grant benchmarks. 

• Ensure the confidentiality of client information and health records. 

• Meet regularly with Supervisor and participate in agency meetings and staff trainings. 

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position will be responsible for supervising student interns and registered associates. S/he provides daily supervision of tasks as well as direction and leadership to the team. S/he is responsible for making hiring and firing decisions, reviewing/approving time records for academic credit, and conducting evaluations and identifying and promoting professional development opportunities. Must be able to supervise interns/associates registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). 

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE 

LMFT, LPCC or LCSW required with at least three (3) years of experience in social services or counseling related background. Must be able to supervise associates registered with the CAA Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS 

Must have MFT, LPCC or LCSW. Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the Company’s insurance carrier standards. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Must have experience and knowledge of working with disenfranchised individuals, families and cultures 

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple deadlines and working effectively under pressure, using independent judgment to produce quality work under time constraints 

• Demonstrated experience working with a collaborative team to drive successful projects to completion 

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret quantitative information 

• Advanced knowledge of Windows operating systems as well as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) 

• Ability to communicate effectively among a diverse workforce population and maintain sound working relations with all levels within the organization. 

• Work with spirit of enthusiasm, teamwork, cooperation and a sense of urgency. 

• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality over all matters in the course of business operations including client and employee information.