Program Implementation Expert - Clinical Supervision

Salary Range: $75.00-$154.00 per hour

SUMMARY

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) within Los Angeles County is looking for individuals who are familiar with policy and the application of clinical theory in working with individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders who are receiving treatment in a large public mental health organization to provide clinical supervision to unlicensed social workers, clinical psychologists and marriage and family therapists who are gaining training and treatment hours towards licensure.   DMH has over 30 outpatient clinics in eight service areas throughout the County.  Our clinics provide a spectrum of mental health services to people of all ages and acuity levels to support hope, recovery, and wellbeing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop an overall supervision plan, with goals and milestones with consideration for state licensing board and County timelines and deadlines. Monitor progress towards completion of hours and collaborate with supervisee to track hours in compliance with state licensing board requirements.
• Provide in-person individual clinical supervision at one or more outpatient clinics up to two (2) hours per week;
• Offer guidance on clinical techniques, interventions, application of theory, and ethical practices and provide resources and support for professional growth in areas such as diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions;
• Review progress notes, treatment plans, and other clinical documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance with DMH policy and treatment parameters;
• Provide in-person or virtual group supervision at one or more outpatient clinics up to two (2) hours per week, depending on the needs and resources of the clinic.
• Provide administrative communication and coordination with clinic management and leadership, clinical documentation review or session review at least one (1) hour per week.
• Meet, at least one (1) hour per month, with clinic managers and leads to discuss the progress of the unlicensed clinicians and outline strengths and areas for growth; and 
• Collaborate with clinic manager and employment supervisor to ensure case assignments are aligned with the goal of clinical licensure and provide the exposure and experience needed to prep individual for the requisite exam;
• Conduct clinical in-services/training on treatment and assessment best practices to unlicensed clinicians, as requested by the clinic.
• Stay informed about state specific licensure laws and regulations.
• Complete and sign documentation verifying hours and types of clinical work performed by the supervisee and ensure all forms meet the requirements of the licensing board
• Upon completion of hours, prepare a study plan with supervisee and identify study materials, programs and resources to aid in a positive test taking outcome.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings (MDT’s) to discuss and evaluate client treatment and progress as needed.
• Attends and participates in scheduled staff meetings and /additional meetings as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Have completed the supervisor training and continuing professional development required by California law (Licensed Clinical Psychologists and Physicians certified in Psychiatry are exempt from these requirements);
• Have maintained a current and active California license that is not under suspension or probation
• For the supervision of unlicensed Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists, meet the following California Board of Behavioral Sciences requirements:
  • Have been licensed in California or any other state for at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years prior to the commencement of supervision;
  • Practiced psychotherapy during at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years prior to the commencement of supervision or
  • Provided direct supervision to ASWs, Associate Professional Clinical Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) Trainees, and/or Associate MFTs who perform psychotherapy during at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years prior to the commencement of supervision.

Education/Experience

• A Master's degree from an accredited school of social work and 3 years of clinical work experience.
• Have experience with differential diagnosis and clinical assessments
• Have experience in clinical conceptualization and treatment planning
• Have experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Have experience in therapeutic engagement strategies to enhance client involvement in treatment and improving clinical gains in treatment, e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy;
• Have experience in effective approaches to working with clients with co-morbid conditions with complex case management needs
• Have experience in mental health service delivery and/or the provision of supervision within the public mental health system.

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

• A valid and active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences or Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
• Successful clearance through Los Angeles County’s Live Scan process.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Experience working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to be flexible with program changes and work duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to independently problem solve.
• Strong organizational skills. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand: Frequently

Walk: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Handling: Occasionally

Reach Outward: Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally

Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs

Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs

See: Constantly

Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable

Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions

Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly = (5 hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary : $75 - $154