Clinical Supervisor

Overview

• Lead and supervise peer support staff within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team.
• Ensure integration of peer support services into recovery-oriented care models.
• Provide mentorship and professional development for peer specialists and advocates.
• Develop and refine peer support service models aligned with organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in peer support.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance service delivery and care planning.
• Represent the organization at community meetings and professional events.
• Promote self-care and professional boundaries among peer staff.
• Analyze data to measure effectiveness of peer services and identify improvements.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide individual and group supervision to peer support staff, ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines.
• Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback to enhance staff engagement.
• Develop policies and workflows to support peer roles within the organization.
• Conduct chart reviews and audits to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Educate team members on peer support principles and the value of lived experience.
• Act as a liaison between peer staff and clinical teams to improve collaboration.
• Implement evaluation tools to assess peer service impact and identify improvements.
• Build relationships with community organizations to strengthen peer programming.
• Stay informed on emerging best practices in peer support and recovery-oriented services.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, psychology, or related field.
• LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT licensure required.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in behavioral health or peer support programs.
• Experience with mental health, substance use recovery, or family advocacy.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented services.
• Proficiency in electronic health record documentation and data reporting.
• Preferred certifications: NYCPS, FPA, YPA, CRPA.
• Training in motivational interviewing, harm reduction, or wellness coaching.
• Bilingual in Spanish or other community languages is advantageous.