Substance Use Services Clinical Supervisor

WHO WE ARE...

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER...

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement program through Mutual of America
• Additional supplemental insurance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) ...

The Substance Use Services Clinical Supervisor will lead the clinical team in providing a comprehensive range of substance use services, combining clinical oversight, team leadership, and direct service delivery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide regular supervision to substance use counselors and clinical staff, ensuring effective service delivery, adherence to best practices, and compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Conduct case reviews and guide staff on client assessments, treatment planning, and interventions.
• Facilitate staff development through training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Support staff in managing complex cases, particularly those involving co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Promote trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.
• Collaborate with program leadership to establish goals, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives and funding requirements.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including documentation, billing, and reporting requirements.
• Provide direct clinical services, including assessments, individual/group counseling, and crisis intervention, as needed.
• Oversee intake processes and collaborate with other departments to ensure appropriate care coordination for clients with dual diagnoses.
• Participate in client case conferences, especially for high-risk cases, ensuring robust safety and discharge planning.
• Address incidents and client grievances and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and retaining qualified clinical staff.
• Create a positive and supportive work environment to enhance staff morale and prevent burnout.

What We Expect of You:

• Current valid RI LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LCDP licensure.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience working with adults in a substance use setting.
• Minimum of two years' experience with MAT.
• Ability to work independently and remain highly organized.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to collaborate with outside providers.
• Timely and accurate documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to design group workflows.
• Deep understanding of substance use and co-occurring disorders with the ability to navigate complex systems to improve client outcomes in a community setting.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.