Clinical Supervisor 2 - Forensic and Intensive Services

Company:  Marion County
Location: Salem
Closing Date: 06/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Marion County Health & Human Services is seeking a dynamic, adaptable, and collaborative Clinical Supervisor to join our dedicated Behavioral Health Crisis team.
In this key leadership role, you will provide vital oversight and support to both our Aid & Assist and Civil Commitment teams, ensuring the highest level of care and efficiency. We are looking for a candidate who excels in clinical and administrative supervision, with a strong background in guiding behavioral health professionals. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Civil Commitment processes and cultivating positive relationships with local hospitals and the Oregon Health Authority. They will bring a collaborative spirit, a commitment to promoting a positive work environment, and outstanding communication skills to enhance team morale and effectiveness.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and the community as a whole!
For those relocating from outside of Oregon, we provide the following relocation package:
  • Up to $3,000 reimbursement of moving expenses
  • Relocation bonus in the amount of $3,000 (prorated based on FTE) as a one-time payment upon proof of Oregon residency
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides leadership and manages limited scope of services within one small to mid-sized service area or one large program area within the health department behavioral health divisions. Responsibilities include supervision of other clinical supervisory staff, program staff as well as financial and operational performance of the service or program.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of a health program manager or program supervisor who assigns and oversees work, establishes goals and reviews results obtained for overall effectiveness and for meeting department and county objectives.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises full supervision for clinical supervisory, professional, technical and support staff. May also supervise interns and volunteers.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
  • Maintain responsibility for court programs pre- and post-commitment and aid and assist. Complete training and certification for civil commitment investigator. Will work toward senior investigator status. Periodically attend court for civil commitment and aid and assist to monitor staff interactions, progress and back up programs when needed.
  • Provide regularly scheduled clinical supervision and consultation to staff through case staffing and observation of clinical work. Provide feedback to staff for professional development. Provide personnel and performance management, including staff recruitment and hiring; new employee orientation; and ongoing training. Provide performance evaluations and initiate progressive discipline.
  • Maintain responsibility for supervision of direct services including monitoring customer service delivery and work processes; ensure compliance with payer requirements; monitor staff workload and productivity; develop/implement policies and procedures; address quality improvement needs, including clinical documentation; conduct staff time studies and set work parameters. Provide input on program development. May provide direct services, on call by telephone, and backup support. Participate in supervisor on-call rotation to Health & Human Services (HHS) Programs.
  • Provide administrative support to service area; monitor and approve leave time as well as assisting to maintain the Leave folders on Outlook and on the Crisis Drive and audits and signs off on timecards; initiate personnel actions, purchasing; address risk management/employee safety; implement county and department policy. Ensure any communication from their service area, representing (HHS), is of a professional nature.
  • Participate fully as a member of the Marion County HHS leadership team as a supportive, reliable, positive, collaborative, and professional team member. Monitor for team development: how team members work together, proactively address personnel conflicts; and delegation of work assignments. Manage change by acting as a "lead change agent" and positively supporting decisions made by leadership. Maintain a positive attitude with leadership that conveys a clear direction of services, involving staff input and inspiring confidence and trust.
  • Track service data, including utilization, satisfaction of individuals served, and outcomes based on Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS), leadership goals and strategic planning. Identify service gaps. Conduct chart audits, review and approve mental health assessments/court investigations, treatment plans and court documents. Document services to meet Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and HHS requirements. Assist in monitoring contract/grants performance to assure compliance with requirements including developing service reports and proposals. Assist in providing community interface including outreach for meetings requiring coordination of care. Assist in balancing service costs with service needs. Responsible for assisting with reporting and monitoring of revenues and expenditures. Report this information to the Program Supervisor and Program Manager.
  • Assist in communication and coordinating services with other agencies; acts as Health and Human Services representative on interagency committees; coordinates services across agencies, positively representing Marion County HHS services to the community.
  • Performs other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Response Level 1: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Due to regular assignment, employee may be assigned a leadership role in the provision of essential services or response functions. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100, 700, 200, and 800 on-line or in-person training.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
  • Bachelor's degree in a specific, professional health field related to the position and five years of responsible, professional experience in the field related to the position; OR
  • Master's degree in a specific, professional health field related to the position and three years of responsible, professional experience in the field related to the position; AND
  • Two years of supervisory experience; OR
  • Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

  • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Must be either 1) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, 2) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers or 3) credentialed or registered through the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of employment. Applicants may be required to pass a practical knowledge and skills assessment as part of the interview process.
    • The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
    • Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:
    • Must possess and maintain proof of personal automobile liability insurance, at a minimum, in the amount required by Oregon Law (ORS Chapter 806) as may be required to utilize personal vehicle.
    • This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
    • This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at:
    • This assignment is not represented by a union.
    • This is a full-time position, which is not eligible for overtime.
    • Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
    Working knowledge of principles and practices of individual and group counseling; case management methodology; behavioral modification; analysis and assessment; evidence-based practices and implementation of interventions of treatment and protocols; principles of clinical ethics, confidentiality and privacy; community resources and referral services; techniques in clinical supervision; and service monitoring practices. Principles in related health services; State of Oregon Administrative Rules related to specialized health service area(s); public health administration; health integration practices; supervision and performance management.
    Skills to apply service and treatment theories related to specific behavioral/mental health field(s) within various levels of skill, difficulty and complexity; diagnose, evaluate and implement treatment plans and monitor client progress toward established goals; analyze, evaluate and treat social, psychological, and physical factors affecting clients and their families; negotiate, compromise, facilitate, problem solve and provide conflict resolution; coach, mentor and train individuals and teams; develop and implement policies and procedures; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
    Ability to perform independently in a fast paced, team based environment; lead and supervise other clinical supervisors and lead staff; interpret and apply pertinent provisions of Federal, State and County statues, rules and regulations related to the program services overseen; oversee service planning, coordination, utilization of resources, promote intended goals and outcomes; support continuous quality improvement efforts; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees countywide, clients, government agencies, community groups/partners, and the public.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts up to 20 lbs.; carries up to 5 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12-pt. font; hears a normal level of speech.

    Additional Information and/or Attachments

    We offer the following retention bonus, prorated based on FTE:
    • $3,000 bonus after six months of continuous employment
    We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development towards a profession in behavioral health (requires a 2-year employment commitment)
    • Up to $7,500 to reimburse for tuition, licensure and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion County Administrative policies regarding tuition payments. The policy can be found at: Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303

    Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.
    For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the benefits package for management and supervisory employees, click here, and select Management Benefits from the left menu or Management Employees from the page links.
    Benefits are defined based on position and are approved by the Marion County Board of Commissioners.PandoLogic. Keywords: Clinical Supervisor, Location: Salem, OR - 97308
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