What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Supervisor (LMSW or LMHC) (Brooklyn) position at StartCare?
The primary objectives of this role include increasing the supervision of counselors to enhance their effectiveness and ensuring that our facility can treat patients with higher risk levels. This position aims to reduce risk and improve treatment outcomes by implementing robust supervisory practices. Additionally, the role focuses on increasing patient engagement and improving the quality of services provided to ensure the highest standards of care.
Essential Functions
Provide initial, annual and crisis mental health evaluations for identified patients as needed Maintain an average caseload of minimum of 40 patients based on determination of Clinic Director. Perform counseling services including individual and group psychotherapy, complex care coordination, extended evaluations, and crisis intervention utilizing evidence-based protocols. Become familiar with community referral resources, including IPA agreements and MOUs with related organizations, and provide referrals to patients who require outside services, following up on referrals and engagement with these services. Provide clinical supervision to CASAC Counselors by holding supervisory meetings at least once weekly with a focus on case analysis, person-centered treatment planning, case management and issues related to the supervisory process. Document incidents through the START internal incident reporting application. If applicable, follow up with Justice Center on Justice Center reportable incidents Become familiar and proficient in all regulatory requirements related to OASAS, SAMHSA, and CARF, and ensure that charts are audit-ready at all times.
Required Qualifications
LMSW/LMHC/MHC-LP/MSW with Limited Permit with three (3) to five (5) years of experience in an addiction treatment services, including experience with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a staff trainer or treatment supervisor. Evidence of excellent interpersonal relationships, effective English communication skills, (written, oral and interpersonal), ability to problem solve. Completion of OASAS Clinical Supervision Foundations I and II within one (1) year of hire. Experience in providing and documenting psychological assessments including diagnosis as described in the DSM-V, possesses a demonstrated understanding of the psychodynamics of
Bilingual in Spanish is a must.
Essential Functions
Provide initial, annual and crisis mental health evaluations for identified patients as needed Maintain an average caseload of minimum of 40 patients based on determination of Clinic Director. Perform counseling services including individual and group psychotherapy, complex care coordination, extended evaluations, and crisis intervention utilizing evidence-based protocols. Become familiar with community referral resources, including IPA agreements and MOUs with related organizations, and provide referrals to patients who require outside services, following up on referrals and engagement with these services. Provide clinical supervision to CASAC Counselors by holding supervisory meetings at least once weekly with a focus on case analysis, person-centered treatment planning, case management and issues related to the supervisory process. Document incidents through the START internal incident reporting application. If applicable, follow up with Justice Center on Justice Center reportable incidents Become familiar and proficient in all regulatory requirements related to OASAS, SAMHSA, and CARF, and ensure that charts are audit-ready at all times.
Required Qualifications
LMSW/LMHC/MHC-LP/MSW with Limited Permit with three (3) to five (5) years of experience in an addiction treatment services, including experience with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a staff trainer or treatment supervisor. Evidence of excellent interpersonal relationships, effective English communication skills, (written, oral and interpersonal), ability to problem solve. Completion of OASAS Clinical Supervision Foundations I and II within one (1) year of hire. Experience in providing and documenting psychological assessments including diagnosis as described in the DSM-V, possesses a demonstrated understanding of the psychodynamics of
Bilingual in Spanish is a must.
