Clinical Consultant (Koʻolau Poko)

Job Purpose
The Clinical Consultant provides advanced, non-administrative clinical consultation to support the delivery of high-quality, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed services in a community-based environment. This role requires a strong clinical background, with expertise in mentoring and supporting staff in their professional development. The Clinical Consultant collaborates with the Leadership, Clinicians, Specialists, and Program teammates to offer case consultation and reflective supervision; to develop and implement assessments treatment goals, DAP documentation; and, to ensure data quality in LTʻs database. The Clinical Consultant maintains close collaboration and open communication with the Director to promote service excellence, consistency, and continuous quality improvement.

Essential Responsibilities

Youth Engagement & Program Support
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of a safe, supportive environment that fosters belonging and positive identity development for all participants.
• Builds and maintains respectful, positive relationships with youth and families engaged in programs and services.
• Responds to behavioral escalations calmly and respectfully, following established protocols and seeking support from teammates as appropriate.
• Assists in implementing youth development programming, including group activities and other program offerings.
• Provides encouragement, coaching, and guidance to youth that reinforces strengths, accountability, and healthy decision-making

Clinical Consultation and Quality Assurance
• Provides clinical consultation to strengthen assessment, intervention, and service planning for youth and families. Conducts regular case reviews and provide feedback to ensure the delivery of effective services.
• Promotes consistent use of evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
• Monitors compliance with ethical standards, Lili’uokalani Trust (LT) policies and procedures, documentation requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Analyzes practice trends and service data to identify gaps and elevate quality improvement recommendations to management.

Staff Development
• Assists with training and mentoring Clinicians, Specialists, and Program teammates to strengthen clinical skills and procedural alignment.
• Provides input on staff performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to support professional growth.
• Collaborates with other LT teammates to develop, refine, and implement LT procedures.
• Serves as a resource for complex cases and emerging practice needs.

Data & Reporting
• Analyzes service data to assess quality, outcomes, and fidelity to LT standards.
• Prepares reports, summaries, and presentations related to LT clinical services for leadership and to inform internal and external stakeholders.

Crisis & Direct Support
• Delivers clinical counseling and therapeutic support for individuals, families, and groups addressing complex concerns, including mental health, trauma, family strain, and psychosocial stressors.
• Provides direct services in complex or high-need situations and offer coverage during periods of increased referrals to ensure continuity of care and timely support. Maintains accurate and complete clinical records and documentation.
• Participates in youth engagement activities and programs as supportive presence, not as program lead.
• Consults with program teammates to support youth engagement and behavior regulation. Share de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed approaches and provide insight into youth behavior patterns and emotional responses.

Collaboration & Communication
• Maintains open lines of communication with Director to ensure coordinated support.
• Functions as a liaison between frontline teammates and Director to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment across practice settings.

Other Duties
• Contributes to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results.
• Contributes to providing a safe environment for teammates and beneficiaries which includes, communicating any concerns to Manager.
• Maintains active clinical licensure and required credentials.
• Fosters a positive and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth.
• Participates in agency-wide meetings and committees as required.
• Participates in continuing education and training opportunities for professional development.
• Holiday, evening and weekend hours required as needed.
• Ability to travel as needed for Trust business.

Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Soc