Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor

Summary of Position

This job description provides information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

The Clinical Supervisor is a core member of the behavioral health leadership team and works collaboratively with medical group practice management and Chief of Psychiatry to develop integrated mental health services within primary care settings. The Supervisor is responsible for supervising and evaluating the delivery of services provided by Social Workers and other clinical staff providing services, ensuring that therapeutic services and support are provided to patients and family members in a timely and effective manner and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, rules, regulations, and prevailing law. The Supervisor maintains effective relationships with outside community agencies to support cross-referral of patients.

The Clinical Supervisor will also provide direct clinical services.in one or more of the Saratoga Medical Group Primary Care locations.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required of the position. Primary job responsibilities constitute approximately 90% of the positions work. To be successful, individuals must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions outlined in this position description.

• Supervision: Provides supervision and evaluation of Social Work and other clinical staff.
• Program Development: Assists in the development and implementation of therapy services and group programs, as clinically indicated. Ensures that services are based on evidence-based models of care. Continuously monitors programs to ensure effectiveness and adherence to best practices.
• Staffing: Leads the hiring, selection, training, evaluation and management of Social Workers or other Behavioral Health Clinicians. Provides ongoing feedback to staff concerning their performance and initiates corrective action as needed and per human resource policy, in collaboration with practice leadership. Ensures performance evaluations are thorough and completed in a timely manner. Promotes growth and development in self and others. Develops and documents orientation and ongoing training programs for departmental personnel. Effectively uses KRONOS time and attendance system. Effectively interprets and implements Human Resource policies in consultation with Human Resources as necessary.
• Leadership: Participates as a member of the behavioral health leadership team. Collaborates with Medical Group leadership, partnering with Psychiatry to ensure integrated care meets community needs.
• Assessments: Completes Psychosocial Assessments and other appropriate screenings/evaluations. Provides direct psychotherapy and collaborative care services.
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Participates in the development of the treatment plan as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team. Provides consultative services to providers and other members of the staff. Maintains open communication of patient progress and participation to the treatment team.
• Community Resources and Relationship Management: Establishes and maintains effective network of community resources for cross-referral of patients. Develops and maintains a current resource directory for a wide range of support services to complement and support care. Establishes/maintains positive, ongoing working relationships with other community agencies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Social Workers and other clinical staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience

• LCSW required.
• Minimum five year's experience in medical social work in an ambulatory and/or inpatient setting with at-risk patients required.
• Knowledge of available community resources and the ability to evaluate resources and make appropriate referrals.
• Knowledge of health-related financial assistance, including Medicare and Medicaid.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Certifications / Licensure

• Current license as a New York State certified social worker.

Required Skills, Abilities and Attributes

• Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities
• Utilizes critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.
• Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.
• Establishes an appropriate and effective rapport with others.
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Takes initiative and embraces new opportunities to grow both personally and organizationally.
• Independent decision making skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft products including Office, Word and Excel
• Ability to interpret and comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diverse patient population.
• Ability to prepare reports and communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Salary Range: $38.70-$63.54
Pay Grade: 37
Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.