School-Based Behavioral Health Supervisor

Job Summary

The School-Based Behavioral Health Supervisor (SBBHS) is a member of the Integrated Behavioral Health Department and provides direct clinical services as well as clinical and administrative supervision to School-Based Behavioral Health Clinicians embedded within School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) and partnered school districts.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care (~80% Direct Clinical Services)

• Provide direct behavioral health services to students, including assessment, diagnosis, counseling, and treatment planning within the scope of licensure.
• Deliver evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and school-aligned behavioral health interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and coordination of care for students presenting with acute or complex behavioral health needs.
• Collaborate with families, SBHC staff, educators, and community partners to support continuity of care and treatment goals.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care team meetings and school-based case conferences.

• Clinical Supervision & Administrative Responsibilities (~20%)

• Provide individual and group clinical supervision to School-Based Behavioral Health Clinicians and interns in accordance with licensure, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Review and co-sign clinical documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and adherence to clinical best practices.
• Offer case consultation and clinical guidance for complex student presentations.
• Provide administrative supervision, including: Timesheet review and approval, Annual performance evaluations, Onboarding and orientation, Coordination of required training and compliance activities.
• Support clinicians working toward licensure, including documentation of supervision hours and coordination with licensing boards as applicable.
• Assist with program development, quality improvement initiatives, and coordination across school sites.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of methods of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical, mental and behavioral health conditions.
• Experience working in school-based health center preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of use of common office equipment (copier, fax, printer).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a school-based health care team member.
• Use of personal vehicle or other transportation is required for travel to multiple locations within Washington and Yamhill counties.
• Creative and critical thinking skills with the ability to consider new ideas that will lead to process and team improvements.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize and schedule daily activities for the most efficient use of time.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to look for the root cause of issues and implementable, workable solutions.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to participate as an independent contributor with little direct supervision or as an active team member depending on the circumstance or need.
• Knowledge and experience in working with computer systems and electronic medical records.
• Knowledge and experience working within Epic as the electronic medical record.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid.
• Knowledge of youth and adolescent learning and behavior change principles.
• Knowledge of community-based resources.
• Demonstrated skills in motivational and health coaching, patient advocacy, health promotion, disease prevention, patient education, and resource management.
• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.
• Supervision / Supervisory Responsibilities 2 years’ experience in supervision of interns, students, and social service staff preferred.
• Experience in facilitating and consulting with interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in providing supervision for behavioral and social service staff.

Education Experience And Training

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, or related field required.
• Licensure (LCSW, LPC, etc.) and ability to supervise associates working towards licensure required.
• Commensurate with educational preparation, demonstrates the ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment.
• BLS required.
• A valid state driver’s license, transportation, and auto insurance is required or alternative means of transportation.

Behavioral Competencies

• Accountability: Role model VG’s mission, vision, and shared values
• Customer-Focus: Listen to the voice of the customer and strive to delight them by exceeding their expectations
• Teamwork: If someone needs help, help them
• Initiative: Be innovative, apply fresh ideas, and continuously improve how you do your work
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality and respect the privacy of others
• Ethical: Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work
• Respect: Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients
• Communication: Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand perspective of others

Physical Requirements

• Percentage of time spent: Standing/Walking: up to 20% and sitting up to 80%
• Lifting/Carrying: less than 5% - may occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to type and read for extended periods.
• Must be able to use the phone and other forms of communication.
• Working Environment/Physical Hazards: Work in well-lighted, ventilated office environment. Office Equipment Used: Computer: data entry and word processing, Telephone, fax, copier, scanner, printer.

Immunization

• Staff members must meet immunization requirements as stated in VGMHC’s immunization policy and state and federal guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes affirmative action in placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, and termination. VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.