Clinical Supervisor - Substance Abuse Treatment Program, Answer House

Role Title: Clinical Supervisor - Substance Abuse Treatment Location: South Boston, MA

About Us

Middlesex Human Service Agency, Inc. (MHSA) is dedicated to ensuring proper service delivery and administrative functioning for our Emergency Family Shelter Programs. We are committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow.

Answer House is a men's recovery home for up to 28 residents. The program runs 6 months for males with substance use disorders providing individual and group counseling focusing on addiction treatment, psychoeducation, building life skills, and relapse prevention. Our mission is to provide structure and support for residents to find employment, reestablish family and community connections, and pursue healthy and life-long recovery goals.

The Role

As a Clinical Supervisor, you will lead our Substance Abuse Treatment Program, playing a crucial role in overseeing the delivery of evidence-based, professional clinical services within a two-week residential substance abuse program. Your responsibilities include supervising and coordinating clinical activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all clinical activities to ensure quality, evidence-based services.
• Maintain open and professional communication with clients, staff, and external contacts.
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures for quality care and regulatory compliance.
• Provide supervision to clinical and educational staff, conducting timely job performance evaluations.
• Schedule, design, and implement staff training and development activities.
• Ensure adequate clinical staffing patterns and assist in hiring activities.
• Assist with grant writing and fundraising activities.
• Act as a liaison between courts, agencies, and the program on clinical issues.
• Prepare reports, facilitate administrative meetings, conduct case conferences, and participate in other assigned meetings.
• Provide direct client care as needed and supervise client medication procedures.
• Coordinate and participate in client disciplinary procedures.
• Perform on-call duties as assigned by the Program Director.
• Ensure consistent use of best practices and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Abide by all MHSA policies, maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.

What We're Looking For

• Master's Degree in counseling, mental health, social work, or a related field.
• Independent licensure (LADC I, LMHC, LICSW, LMFT, etc.) eligibility required; full licensure preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of licensed clinical supervisory experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of substance abuse counseling experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of substance abuse and treatment.
• Familiarity with MA DPH/BSAS regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse population.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification (MHSA will provide training if needed).
• Routine travel required; valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual, especially English/Spanish, is preferred.

What We Offer

• Salary: $82,160 - $84,240 per year.
• Benefits: We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and more for full-time employees.
• Work Environment: Join a team that is passionate about making a difference and supporting each other.
• Development: We provide opportunities for professional development and clear paths to career advancement.

Ready to Apply? We're excited to learn more about you! Please submit your application and sign up for job alerts here. Middlesex Human Service Agency Inc (MHSA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $82,160 - $84,240