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Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S)
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$60,676 / year median in Ohio
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- 4.4 Garfield Heights, OH Job Details Full-time $60,000
- $90,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Case documentation in social services Client assessment in therapy Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work Family collaboration in education Care documentation Parent communication Master's degree Care planning in social services Team development Driver's License LISW Evidence-based practice Clinical staff mentoring Clinical assessment documentation Leading team collaboration initiatives Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with families Medicaid regulations Medicaid Clinical documentation standards Clinical social work
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Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) Full-Time | Day Shift | Leadership Opportunity | Competitive Pay & Benefits2 InspireKids Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) to provide clinical leadership and supervision for our growing communtiy-based mental health program in the Cleveland area. This role combines direct clinical care with supervision, mentorship, and program oversight to ensure children receive high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services.POSITION DETAILS
Position:
Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S)Schedule and Hours:
Full time day shift hours- no late evenings or weekends! Monday
Friday School Hours Compensation:
Competitive annual salary: $60,000- $70,000
Location:
5595 Transportation Boulevard, Garfield Heights, OH 44125Benefits:
Benefits include Health, Dental, and Vision insurance 401K retirement plan Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Professional development and ongoing continued learning opportunities, including CEUsRESPONSIBILITIES
As the Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) you will provide clinical supervision, leadership, and oversight for our school-based therapy team while maintaining a small clinical caseload. This role ensures high-quality care, clinical excellence, and compliance with agency and state standards.Key responsibilities include:
Provide clinical supervision to LSWs and other clinical staff in accordance with Ohio LISW-S requirements. Review, approve, and oversee assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and clinical documentation. Maintain a small caseload of children and families by providing individual, family, and group therapy services. Mentor, coach, and develop therapists through regular supervision, case consultation, and performance feedback. Ensure services are delivered using developmentally appropriate, evidence-based practices. Collaborate with schools, families, physicians, and community partners to coordinate care. Provide guidance during crisis situations, including risk assessments and safety planning. Monitor documentation quality, productivity, and compliance with OhioMHAS, Medicaid, and accreditation standards. Support onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development of clinical staff. Participate in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary leadership meetings. Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on exceptional care and strong clinical outcomes.Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field. Active Ohio LISW-S license required. Minimum of 3-5 years of post-licensure clinical experience, with experience treating children and adolescents preferred. Previous experience providing clinical supervisio n to therapists or interns is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices, including trauma-informed care, CBT, play therapy, and behavioral interventions. Experience working in school-based, outpatient, or community behavioral health settings preferred. Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development skills. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, treatment planning, and crisis intervention skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of OhioMHAS, Medicaid, and behavioral health documentation standards. Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.ABOUT INSPIREKIDS
At InspireKids, we believe children thrive when they feel seen, supported, and understood. We provide a compassionate and structured environment through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and outpatient services in school and community settings for children ages 4-12 working through emotional and behavioral challenges. Our Core Values- "