Therapist Supervisor

SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Operations Team and Clinical Lead, the Therapist

Supervisor oversees the Mental Health Therapists at Path Behavioral Healthcare. This role

includes managing work schedules, assigning clients based on various factors, and ensuring the

delivery of appropriate care and services.

The Therapist Supervisor is responsible for orienting new therapists and providing necessary

ongoing training as well as performance evaluations. This position requires an unrestricted

license to provide direct clinical services within their scope of practice, offering timely support

to clients in need. The role involves various other duties as assigned to ensure operations run

smoothly.

 Direct Supervision of Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapists for Medicaid and State

License needs and clinical needs

 Ensure quality of notes and other documentation to adhere to compliance policies and

standards

 Supervision of services provided; pre-audit of billing charges and notes submitted.

Responsible for maintenance and audit of client files

 Review client files, case notes and client progress

 Supervise and coordinate services; participate in creation of staffing schedules with

Regional Leadership, create and implement processes with Regional Leadership and

Operations, arrange resources, and coordinate care

 Assist therapists in identifying appropriate care for clients. Apply therapies, services,

evaluations, and treatment objectives developed by the Therapists for coordination with Case

Managers, and treatment team

 Serve as an advocate for therapist and clients, providing support and identifying

additional opportunities to assist both parties. Intervene in crisis situations

 In collaboration with CCO and QA Manager, develop, design, implement, and execute a

quality improvement program, training all Therapists at orientation and in an as needed and

ongoing basis.

 Meeting monthly and as needed, one-on-one with each therapist to discuss client

services provided, employee concerns, provide training and support and identify

opportunities for the professional growth of each team member

 Serve as an active member of the hiring team; identify staffing needs and participate in

interviews in collaboration with human resources

 Willingly serves in a professional and collaborative capacity with all other employees

of Path Behavioral Healthcare

 Fully understands and complies with all organizational processes and policies

 Collaborates with all colleagues and coworkers to communicate with transparency and

drive implementation of the organization’s goals, objectives, and processes

 Maintains an organized practice and schedule

 Is at work on time and ready to work, and leaves work at the completion of client care

responsibilities

 Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality agreements

 Maintains a demeanor of positive professionalism

 Provide direct clinical services to individuals and families within your professional

scope of practice as necessary to deliver timely care to clients in need, as needed and

with their assigned caseload

 Maintain and update clinical schedule

 Completes all client documentation correctly and in a timely fashion per organizational

standards

 Maintains an active, unrestricted Ohio license to provide clinical counseling services

 Attends all continuing education opportunities necessary per the requirements of your

licensing body

 Promptly review and acknowledge HR communications and documents by the

provided deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master of Social Work, Marriage Family Therapist or Clinical Counseling from an

accredited university.

Licensure: LICSW, LPCC, IMFT, LISW, or LISW-S

Experience: Minimum of 2 years operations/management experience Thorough knowledge of

billing and coding guidelines

Physical Effort: This position requires the ability to work under stressful conditions and to work

irregular hours. Requires sitting for extended periods of time, viewing computer monitors, and

keyboarding.

Communication Skills: must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in order

to communicate professionally via telephone and in writing. Strong grammar and writing skills

are crucial for clear and concise communication with clients, colleagues, and other healthcare

professionals.

Interpersonal Skills: The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to interact and assist

in a friendly, compassionate, and professional manner with colleagues, providers, clients, and

their families, as they represent both themselves and Path Behavioral Healthcare.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Candidates must achieve competency in the Electronic Health

Record (EHR) program, telemedicine services, and any additional software programs utilized by

the company, ensuring efficient access and updating of client information. The role requires fine

dexterity, adept handling, and proficient gripping abilities to perform various tasks.

Background: The candidate must pass all federal and state background checks, and their

educational and work history will be confirmed in compliance with company policies.