Supervisor, Mental Health Outpatient

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking a full-time onsite Mental Health Outpatient Supervisor in Sterling, IL. The position is available Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole-person services to clients, including 1:1 sessions, case management assistance, and the presentation of evidence-based group programming.
• Aid clients in achieving their stated goals and objectives.
• Meet and exceed revenue productivity.
• Participate in hiring, interviewing, and assuming sole responsibility for new staff as directed by the Director.
• Train new staff and coach supervisees on clinical and career path goals.
• Teach and support staff on program services, program purpose, and theory of change to achieve positive outcomes.
• Understand, follow, and adhere to all timelines regarding documentation completion, execute all case notes, treatment plans, and authorization on time; practice strength-based and trauma-informed approaches.
• Ensure compliance with regulations of code agencies, payers, applicable laws, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with clients to complete assessments and treatment plans.
• Maintain a reduced caseload at 50% productivity (20 hours/week).
• Collaborate with Sterling Outpatient team members, other LSSI programs, and external partners to provide quality, whole person care and services to clients.
• Provide support coverage to other Sterling Outpatient clients/sites as needed.
• Complete all required EHR documentation in a timely manner and in compliance with regulatory bodies/funders.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards of treatment, including NASW Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associates, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in a social service field is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in substance use settings at LSSI is required.
• CADC certification is required unless LSW or LCSW.
• LPC/LCPS or LSW/LCSW certifications are preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in EHR documentation and review is required.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards is required.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbally and written is required.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and PC/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other related software is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in a social service field is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in substance use settings at LSSI is required.
• CADC certification is required unless LSW or LCSW.
• LPC/LCPS or LSW/LCSW certifications are preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in EHR documentation and review is required.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards is required.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbally and written is required.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and PC/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other related software is required.

Skills

• Proficiency in EHR documentation and review.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Organizational and computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience in substance use settings.
• Experience in mental health outpatient settings.
• Experience in trauma-informed care.
• Experience in supervision and training.
• Experience in collaboration and partnership building.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure ($23-$24/Hourly).
• On-demand flexible payday through Dayforce Wallet.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees including healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• Paid training to learn, grow, and succeed.

Pay

$23-$24/Hourly

Schedule

Monday through Friday