Residential Youth Clinical Supervisor

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic wellness and skill development services to youth families and communities impacted by trauma.

Lawrence Hall fosters a culture built upon the principles of the Children and Residential Experiences (CARE) model and the core values of Respect Empowerment Safety and Teamwork. Together these principles are embedded throughout our trauma-informed philosophy and guide how we serve youth and families support one another as colleagues and partner with our community.

Our Child & Family Treatment Center (CFTC) is a 24-hour residential treatment program serving DCFS- and ISBE-referred youth ages 8-18 who are experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. Through a trauma-informed outcomes-driven approach we help youth heal from abuse neglect and trauma while building the skills and resilience needed to thrive.

As a Residential Youth Clinical Supervisor (Licensed Milieu Supervisor) you will provide leadership and clinical oversight to a multidisciplinary residential treatment team dedicated to helping youth heal from trauma and achieve positive outcomes. This role oversees therapists case managers and residential staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality trauma-informed services that meet agency Medicaid and DCFS standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed clinician who thrives in a leadership role enjoys mentoring staff and is passionate about advancing program quality and improving outcomes for youth and families.

• Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary treatment team consisting of Therapists Case Managers and Unit Coordinators.
• Provide clinical oversight reflective supervision and guidance to support trauma-informed and strengths-based treatment approaches.
• Review treatment plans documentation and service delivery practices to ensure compliance with agency Medicaid and DCFS requirements.
• Co-chair weekly core team meetings and facilitate treatment staffings to promote communication collaboration and goal alignment.
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts through program evaluation data analysis and outcome-focused planning.
• Review and approve critical incident reports safety documentation and client records.
• Partner with program leadership to evaluate staff performance support professional development and maintain training compliance.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide support during crises or emergent program needs.

• Masters degree in Social Work Counseling Psychology or a related behavioral health field.
• Current Illinois LCSW LCPC or Licensed Psychologist credential.
• Minimum of five years of human services experience.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory management or leadership experience.
• Valid Illinois drivers license reliable transportation and proof of insurance.
• Strong clinical assessment documentation and leadership skills.

• Experience working in residential treatment settings or youth-serving organizations.
• Knowledge of DCFS Council on Accreditation (COA) and Medicaid documentation requirements.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and contributing to program development.
• Experience with trauma-informed care residential treatment and child welfare systems.

• Work Location: Child & Family Treatment Center (CFTC) 4833 N. Francisco Ave. Chicago IL 60625.
• Schedule: Full-time onsite position. Typical schedule includes three days from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM and two days from 1:00 PM-12:00 AM.
• On-Call Responsibilities: Participation in a rotating on-call schedule to provide clinical support and emergency response.
• Travel/Driving: Occasional travel between Lawrence Hall locations and community-based meetings as needed.
• Work Environment: Residential treatment setting serving youth with emotional and behavioral health needs.
• Other Position Requirements: Must successfully complete all required background checks credentialing requirements and ongoing training obligations.

We care about the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Salary: $68300-$74300 annually. Compensation is based on a set salary rate and may vary based on education and experience.
• Average of 17-25 days PTO 9 holidays.
• Medical insurance (HMO and PPO options).
• Dental insurance (HMO and PPO options).
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vesting.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent Care.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit.
• 100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for employees spouses and children.
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $1500.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Submit your resume here.

We look forward to learning more about you!

Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the necessary skills and abilities. Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not have experience in all areas of essential functions. We look forward to your application.

This position meets the FLSA requirements for Exempt.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Following job offer acceptance all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out-of-state checks which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending candidates should continue completing all other pre-boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre-boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.

Following job offer acceptance all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out-of-state checks which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending candidates should continue completing all other pre-boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre-boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.

Required Experience:

Manager