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Clinical Supervisor Karla Smith Behavioral Health Belleville, IL Job Details Part-time $59,000 - $63,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Record keeping Staff supervision Teamwork Program management Working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Operations management Managing teams of therapists Team supervision Implementing ABA therapy protocols Operational management Social service program staff supervision Care documentation Working with children Practicing as a therapist supervisor Working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Medical terminology Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Clinical Supervisor to lead and oversee clinical services within our behavioral health team. This vital role involves supervising clinical staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The Clinical Supervisor will play a key role in fostering a collaborative environment that promotes evidence-based practices, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral management, and applied behavior analysis. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact lives positively while working in a fast-paced, supportive setting committed to excellence in mental health and developmental disability services. Responsibilities Provide supervision and mentorship to clinical staff, including therapists, counselors, and case managers, ensuring adherence to best practices and clinical protocols. Oversee patient assessments, intake processes, and treatment planning to deliver personalized care tailored to individual needs. Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, and social work techniques. Ensure accurate documentation of medical records, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology standards. Conduct diagnostic evaluations for clients with diverse needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental disabilities, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. Manage crisis intervention efforts effectively while coordinating with community resources for home & community care support. Lead quality assurance initiatives by collecting data for research purposes, maintaining clinical records, and supporting clinical research projects related to behavioral health. Qualifications Proven experience in clinical supervision within mental health or behavioral health settings. Strong knowledge of motivational interviewing, crisis management, addiction counseling, and trauma-informed care. Hands-on experience working with children, individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and special education populations. Familiarity with
ICD-9/10
coding systems for diagnostic evaluation and CPT coding for billing purposes. Proficiency in medical documentation, medical records management, and understanding of medical terminology related to behavioral health. Skilled in delivering individual/group counseling using therapeutic modalities like psychotherapy and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Ability to handle crisis situations effectively while demonstrating excellent case management skills. Knowledge of HIPAA compliance standards to ensure confidentiality of patient information. Join us as a Clinical Supervisor if you are passionate about making a meaningful difference through innovative clinical leadership! We value energetic professionals committed to advancing mental health services through compassionate care and evidence-based practices. This paid position offers an enriching environment where your expertise will directly influence positive client outcomes across diverse populations. Clinical Supervisor, Behavioral Health Treatment Center | St. Louis Region Position Overview Karla Smith Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced Clinical Supervisor. This position will supervise clinical operations within an established behavioral health organization that is entering its next phase of growth and service expansion. In existence for twenty-one years, Karla Smith Behavioral Health is an established organization with solid infrastructure, experienced staff, referral base, operational processes, and existing programming in place. The organization's new location offers an easily accessible, nature-based, farm-like setting intentionally designed to support healing, emotional regulation, connection, and experiential therapeutic opportunities. The Clinical Supervisor will help evaluate and integrate ways the environment itself can enhance programming, client engagement, and family experience while maintaining strong clinical and operational standards. This organization serves adolescents through older adults, with a strong concentration on adolescents, young adults, and family systems work. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with these populations and demonstrated leadership experience in behavioral health settings. The Clinical Supervisor will work closely with the Executive Director and must be highly collaborative, team-oriented, community-minded, and execution-focused. This role requires a leader who can maintain strong clinical standards, operational consistency, and clinical staff accountability. Key Responsibilities Oversee clinical programming and operation Evaluate opportunities to improve client care, programming effectiveness, workflow, and family engagement within the organization's new treatment environment Integrate experiential and environment-based therapeutic opportunities into programming where clinically appropriate Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and support to clinical staff Support the professional development of newer clinicians working toward advanced licensure and increased clinical competency Lead case consultation, assessment, treatment planning oversight, and clinical quality assurance processes Maintain compliance with licensing, ethical, accreditation, and regulatory standards Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and retention of clinical staff Foster a collaborative, accountable, and team-oriented clinical culture Monitor program effectiveness and support measurable clinical outcomes Represent the organization professionally within the community and referral network Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will: Be highly organized, operationally strong, and execution oriented Work effectively in close partnership with executive leadership Have strong supervisory and leadership skills Be able to mentor and develop less experienced clinicians into higher levels of licensure and clinical competency Have experience with adolescents, young adults, and families Be collaborative, professional, and team-focused Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and strong communication skills Value innovative and experiential approaches that complement evidence-based treatment Qualifications Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field Independent Illinois clinical licensure required (LCSW, LCPC, Clinical Psychologist or equivalent) Minimum of 5 years of experience post-clinical licensure required Direct clinical supervision experience required Significant experience working with adolescents, young adults, and family systems Experience in behavioral health leadership, program development, and clinical operations Strong understanding of trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment practices Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit resume via Indeed. Attach or send cover letter to . Resume/CV Cover letter outlining leadership and supervisory experience Karla Smith Behavioral Health is an established behavioral health provider with an experienced team, operational infrastructure, and active programming already in place. This position offers the opportunity to help strengthen and expand services within a new treatment center environment while working alongside leadership committed to clinical quality, operational excellence, and long-term organizational growth. Benefits:
Flexible schedule Health insurance assistance Paid time off (60 hours vacation + 30 hours of PTO in year one) Professional development assistance Pay:
$59,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year Benefits:
Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have an active professional clinical license in mental health as an LCPC, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Psychologist? Work Location:
In person
