What are the responsibilities and job description for the Related Services Supervisor position at PHILLIPS PROGRAMS?
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Title: Related Services Supervisor
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
What we do and offer our team:
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect.
We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!
What the Related Services Supervisor does:
- Oversee and mentor all related-services staff (e.g. SLPs, OTs, PTs, psychologists, counselors), balance caseloads, and build schedules that align with each student’s IEP while ensuring state/federal compliance.
- Develop and refine service-delivery protocols, monitor progress/data, and maintain IDEA, state, and PHILLIPS policy compliance to continuously improve outcomes.
- Onboard new providers, deliver ongoing training (e.g. behavior management, data collection), and facilitate regular team meetings to share best practices and resources.
- Act as the primary liaison among families, school leadership, external agencies, and classroom staff; participate in IEP meetings to secure the supports each student needs.
- Oversee related-services budgets, review logs and reports for accuracy, and analyze outcome data to inform program enhancements and student goals.
What the Related Services Supervisor brings to the team:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field
- Active Virginia licensure as one of the following:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) / Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- Minimum of 3–5 years of direct clinical or supervisory experience in a special education or related-services setting
- Demonstrated success mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams
- Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and Medicaid documentation
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Comfort with data-driven decision-making and program evaluation
- Ability to collaborate effectively with families, school staff, and external partners
