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 Meeti...