A Career at Little Flower:
Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, and families across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team.
Program Description:
* The Clinical Supervisor assists the Clinical Director in overseeing provision and efficiency of clinical services
* Assists with maintaining overall functioning and efficiency of trauma-informed, evidence based clinical services for children in foster care and Other Licensed Practitioner (OLP) and Other Licensed Health Related Services (OLHRS).
* The Clinical Supervisor will be part of the program leadership on implementation and delivery of program objectives and services.
* The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for co-management of the daily clinical operations to include service delivery, clinical supervision, OLP crisis, staff development, and preservation of a safe and therapeutic environment for youth.
* The Clinical Supervisor will perform all relevant duties and projects as assigned.
* Works up to 20 hours per week.
Principle Responsibilities:
* Provides administrative and clinical supervision to Psychotherapists and Interns.
* Identify strengths and abilities through individual and group therapies.
* Collaborates closely with Clinical Director and Mental Health Administrators to ensure cohesiveness in workflows.
* Uses crisis plans and de-escalates the crisis and prevents or reduces future crises; provide crisis intervention when a child or youth is distressed.
* Provides direct service including therapy, assessment and collateral support.
* Follow-up with treatment team members to ensure that recommendations are implemented.
* Plays an important role in increasing cohesion, developing/enhancing programs internally and externally.
* Utilizes evidence-based models specific to youth needs. Participates in evidence-based, trauma-informed practice trainings and consultation calls when offered.
* Triages and makes assessments to determine youth's mental health needs (i.e., may refer to or follow up on recommended services, such as psychiatric evaluation, psychological evaluation, sexual abuse assessment, determination for higher level of care, substance abuse treatment, group/individual therapy, and/or family therapy).
* Ensures clinical staff under their supervision submit departmental documentation and required reports in a timely manner including verification of licensure and required training.
* Reviews all supervisees' progress notes for quality assurance, determine if notes qualify as billable and approves on the MH Task List/Electronic Health Record for billing.
* Submits electronically signed, typed progress notes and reports in a timely manner through our Electronic Health Record (EHR). Required documentation includes screenings, progress notes, treatment plans (intake and quarterly), termination reports, and the individualized comprehensive treatment plans.
* Assists with preparation for outside audits and Corrective Action Plans for the Mental Health department.
* Serves as a liaison for mental health providers regarding various issues, such as concerns brought to attention by doctor, prioritizing clinical needs such as for an evaluation or medication review.
* As-needed, acts as a liaison and point of contact for contracted psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, casework team, residential staff, and external providers including hospitals and treatment facilities.
* Along with the Clinical Director, Collaborates with HCM team and oversees and completes LPHA forms, Complex Trauma Assessments, and other specialized assessments.
* Provides oversight and consultation of individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents, and their families in or discharged from foster care as needed.
* Serves as liaison between clinical providers and other treatment team members.
* Provides collateral contact with foster parents, birth parents, medical staff, casework staff, and county and state youth agencies to support clients' needs.
* Represents the clinical staff in team meetings and case conferences as-needed to offer treatment recommendations and updates on the youth's progress towards treatment goals.
* Represents clinical staff in meetings (i.e., Adoption, Red Flag, etc.) and agency trainings.
* Represents mental health department at child welfare meetings when necessary.
* Provides oversight to clinical internship opportunities for students from local universities and colleges.
Typical work activities include:
* Provides clinical and administrative supervision and ensures all documentation and reports are processed in a timely manner by clinical staff.
* Provides direct service including therapy, assessment and collateral support.
* Follows-up on recommendations from unit meetings, psychological evaluations and psychiatric evaluations, and the youth's progress towards treatment goals.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Experience and knowledge of addictions and psychiatric diagnosis preferred.
* Precious experience working in the field of foster care, CFTSS, 29i, clinical psychology or related mental health services preferred.
* At least 1-year of previous experience supervising.
* NYS LCSW, LCSW-R, or Licensed Psychologist (Psy.D. or Ph.D.).
* Excellent computer skills required.
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required.
* Experience with trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy models preferred
* Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, but not required.
* SIFI certified is also preferred, but if not, applicant can obtain SIFI certification once part of the team.
* Certification in/use of Evidence Based models preferred.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement:
With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.
