EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Plan, direct, and provide clinical supervision of services provided in Behavioral Health by certified and/or licensed staff such as Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), and/or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADC); plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of a diverse workforce; develop and revise work processes; develop strategies for services provided; establish work schedules; provide or coordinate staff training; manage performance and work with staff to correct deficiencies; monitor work performed to meet agreed upon goals and objectives.
- Perform oversight of client care programs such as individual and group clinical supervisions, clinical consultations, and consultation with staff; manage high risk clients and cases; sign off on service plans and consult with Psychiatrists based on clinical needs.
- Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; recommend and implement policies and procedures; assist in the development and administration of the budget; participate in forecasting additional funds for staffing and resources; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
- Respond to and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; provide expert guidance to other departments, the general public and/or outside agencies; investigate complaints and recommend corrective actions as necessary; act as representative on committees, interagency task forces, special projects, and other community outreach activities as assigned.
- Analyze and review federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
LEVEL AND TYPE OF WORK AND/OR SUPERVISION:
Behavioral Health Supervisor
- Advanced level
- Professional
- Perform the most difficult assignments requiring a higher level of responsibility, applying advanced subject knowledge, and exercising significant independent judgment and initiative.
- Receive work assignments in terms of objectives, priorities, and deadlines.
- Work is reviewed for technical accuracy, compliance to program objectives, and overall results.
- Receive administrative direction from management.
- Exercise direct supervision over licensed or certified clinical staff.
- This classification differs from other supervisory classifications due to assignments in a specialized field.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Requirements are determined at the time of recruitment based on responsibilities of the individual position and business needs of the department.
Behavioral Health Supervisor
Training and experience for advanced level, professional classifications are typically equivalent to a bachelor's degree and three (3) to six (6) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 7-10 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, have a valid driver license, and/or additional training, licenses, or certificates.
REQUIRED TRAINING, LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATES:
Behavioral Health Supervisor
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as outlined by Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 309-019-0125 (5) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2) required. OR
- As outlined by Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 309-019-0125 (4) (5) (6), must possess a license issued by: 1) Oregon Medical Board; 2) Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners; 3) Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers; 4) Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists; 5) Oregon State Board of Nursing