Outpatient Programs Clinical Supervisor

Klingberg is a private non-profit multi service agency who provides help to thousands of people across Connecticut each year. Our goal is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been traumatized by abuse and/or neglect in its various forms, sever family problems and mental health issues.

Function:

Under the direction of the Director of Outpatient Programs the Supervisor provides administrative and clinical supervision to the Therapists and graduate program interns in the Outpatient Clinic Program.

The candidate must possess sound professional training and experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbances and their families, sound understanding of the assessment, diagnosis, and clinical treatment processability to actively and professionally contribute to clinical case discussions in the context of multidisciplinary treatment team consultations. Must have an awareness of the psychology of individuals and the dynamics of families and groups, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to a strength based, family focused treatment philosophy.

Candidates must also possess the ability to provide Therapists and Interns guidance, oversight, feedback, support, with regards to their execution of the functions of their positions.

Typical activities:

Assists in the oversight and administration of the day-to-day operations of all aspects of the Outpatient Clinic to ensure that service delivery is in keeping with professional, agency, licensing and accreditation standards, and that it is consistent with agency philosophy and values. Implements approved policy; and assists in the establishment of consistent departmental procedures and practices.

Maintains flexible availability for in-office services and supervision of Clinicians and Practicum/Intern, during clinic business hours. Scheduled work hours are arranged with the Director of Outpatient Programs.

Ensures that service delivery is in keeping with professional, agency, licensing and accreditation standards.

Assures that services provided by the Outpatient Clinic are consistent with agency philosophy and values.

Ensures adequate staffing for the Outpatient Clinic and ongoing staff training to ensure the retention of highly qualified staff.

Facilitates a positive and cooperative working environment among assigned programs; participates in the process as needed and appropriate.

Oversees the Outpatient Clinic Program and staff, and related behavioral health programs as assigned.

Reviews and reports status of the Outpatient Clinic and related behavioral health program referrals, current caseloads and clinical concerns of families served by the Director of Outpatient Programs.

Provides clinical consultation and technical guidance to professional staff and students.

Participates and facilitates program meetings and staff consultations as required, including but not limited to case consultations, provider's meetings and weekly staff meetings to ensure high quality of clinical care and effective communication regarding needs of families served.

Holds a small caseload of clients/families.

Participates in training/workshops related to child and family therapy, evidenced-based practices and in expanding knowledge base in trauma focused interventions and child mental health.

Makes referrals to and collaborates with psychiatric, psychological, medical and legal professionals as needed in collaboration with assigned Clinicians.

Works collaboratively with DCF and other legal/social service agencies involved with the client and family.

Education/Experience/Other Requirements:

Master's Degree in related area (M.S.W., M.F.T), appropriate current certification/licenses (LCSW, LMFT).

Works a flexible, 40 hours per week schedule including evening hours.

AAMFT Approved Supervisor designation is preferred.

2-4 years supervised experience in an outpatient treatment setting preferred.