Clinical Supervisor Sacramento Make an Impact on Foster Youth and Mental Health Services! Alternative Family Services offers a competitive salary an excellent benefits package and a $2500 signon bonus. Are you a licensed clinician passionate about supporting foster youth and families Join Alternative Family Services (AFS) as a Clinical Supervisor in Sacramento where you will play a critical role in overseeing our Mental Health and WRAP Teams.The Clinical Supervisor has the responsibility for assisting the Program Director in overseeing the clinical and Quality Improvement aspects of all of MediCal funded programs in the Agency. This person will directly supervise specifically assigned staff members in the areas of social work case management quality improvement and billing and will serve the role as a Working Clinical Director. The Clinical Supervisor will assist as needed in the development implementation and evaluation of casework intake staff development and all MediCal services to children and families within the Agency. The Clinical Supervisor has a solid understanding of case management and family systems and a registered or licensed clinician who has experience in administrative management within public social service mental health or managed care systems that serve youth. The Clinical Supervisor will also serve as clinical backup for mental health staff as needed Why Join Us AFS has been a cornerstone in the community since 1973 dedicated to improving the lives of children and families who have experienced abuse and neglect. Our mission is to provide a safe stable and supportive environment to help foster youth thrive. We offer a comprehensive range of foster care adoption mental health and transitionage youth services and we are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Supervisor to ensure the quality and effectiveness of these vital programs.
As a Clinical Supervisor you will have the opportunity to: - Lead and mentor a team of talented professionals in the mental health and social work fields
- Directly supervise a dedicated group of 68 employees providing guidance in case management therapeutic services and documentation practices
- Ensure compliance with MediCal regulations and foster care requirements while also advocating for and supporting the needs of children and families within the system
- Be a key part of a collaborative and supportive team working closely with county representatives and other community partners
- Take a handson approach in delivering highquality clinical services and acting as clinical backup when needed
Key Responsibilities: - Clinical Leadership: Provide oversight and clinical direction to staff ensuring that mental health services align with best practices and are effectively tailored to meet the needs of foster youth.
- Quality Improvement: Drive the continuous improvement of clinical services by ensuring compliance with MediCal and other regulatory standards. Provide supervision and support to staff in documenting treatment plans and progress notes.
- Team Development: Supervise and mentor a team fostering a culture of growth and professional development. Facilitate staff training and development to ensure competency in providing services to youth in care.
- Case Management Oversight: Assist in case assignments manage caseloads and provide direct support when necessary to ensure that services are timely and effective for each client.
- Crisis Management: Provide clinical guidance during emergencies and offer support to staff in handling challenging situations with youth.
Qualifications: - Licensure:(LCSW LMFT LPCC) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
- Education: Masters Degree in related field
- Experience:Proven experience of two years working with foster youth and a strong understanding of the unique mental health needs of this population. Prior experience in administrative roles within social services mental health or managed care systems is essential.
- Knowledge: Expertise in MediCal mental health services and familiarity with policies and procedures across various counties.
- Leadership: Strong supervisory and mentoring skills with the ability to provide direction and guidance in a fastpaced environment.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings or weekends to meet the needs of our clients.
- Cultural Competency: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and maintain cultural sensitivity in clinical practices.
Additional Requirements: - Valid California drivers license personal vehicle with insurance and ability to transport clients to various community settings.
- Background clearance and CPR/First Aid certification.
Driving Requirements: This role involves working directly in the community and visiting foster homes throughout the Sacramento and Stockton regions. Therefore it is essential that candidates possess a valid California drivers license and maintain valid automobile insurance that includes their name as an insured driver on the policy at all times. What We Offer: - Pay range of $85000$105000/annually
- $2500 signon bonus with half paid in first paycheck and second half paid after 90 days of employment
- A professional supportive and culturally diverse work environment
- A fulltime position with a flexible schedule
- IRS standard mileage reimbursement
- AFS makes substantial monthly contributions on your behalf to keep out of pocket premiums at an all time low! Benefits package which includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Chiropractic & Acupuncture
- Flexspending options
- Life and disability insurance
- 403(b) option
- Over 8 weeks time off annually! 11 vacation days the first year accruals starting on your 1st day and progress up to 20 days a year! 12 paid holidays including your birthday off & 12 sick days annually!
About Alternative Family Services: Alternative Family Services is a Foster Family Adoption and Mental Health Agency that has been serving abused and neglected children in our community since 1973. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability safety and wellbeing in communities. We provide a wide range of foster adoption mental health and transitionaged youth services in English and Spanish. We have eight locations throughout the Bay Area and over 200 employees. We celebrate diversity equal opportunity and excellence. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of Ancestry Age Color Disability Genetic Information Gender Gender Identity Gender expression Marital status Medical condition Military or veteran status National origin Race Religion Sex and Sexual orientation.
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