Location: New Rochelle, NYHours: M-F 35 hours weeklySalary: $85,000Licensure Required: LCSW/LMHC/LMFTOVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:The Clinical Team Leader provides leadership, clinical supervision, and direct care within The Guidance Center of Westchester's school-based programs. This role supports both the delivery of high-quality mental health and addiction services to youth and families, and the professional development of a clinical team. The Clinical Team Leader maintains a clinical caseload, oversees day-to-day operations of service delivery sites, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a trauma-informed, strength-based, and inclusive culture of care.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:Clinical Care- Deliver comprehensive diagnostic assessments and individualized, trauma-informed treatment interventions.
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and adolescents within school-based and outpatient settings.
- Maintain a caseload and ensure care coordination, including crisis intervention and resource linkage.
- Participate in psychiatric care planning in collaboration with medical providers.
- Utilize both in-person and telehealth modalities, creatively engaging clients in their care.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation within electronic medical records (e.g., myEvolv, CPSE Portal).
Supervision & Leadership- Provide weekly clinical supervision to social workers, counselors, and interns.
- Monitor and review all documentation for regulatory compliance, clinical appropriateness, and billing requirements.
- Oversee performance evaluations, supervision logs, timesheets, and scheduling to ensure optimal team operations.
- Support supervisees in managing high-risk cases and navigating mandated reporting protocols.
- Participate in and facilitate staff development, including training on evidence-based practices.
- Uphold TGCW's B.A.S.I.C. values: Balance, Accountability, Satisfaction, Inclusion, and Communication.
Administrative Oversight- Serve as liaison with host schools and community partners to support service delivery and program expansion.
- Conduct candidate interviews and assist with hiring decisions in collaboration with HR.
- Complete chart audits and assist in internal and external audits (OMH, DOE, insurers).
- Attend and represent the organization in interagency meetings and special projects.
- Contribute to program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, school personnel, and community partners
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
- Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
- Strong organizational, time-management, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced school environment
- Commitment to trauma-informed, student-centered, and strengths-based practices
- Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing student and school needs
- Knowledge of child and adolescent development and behavioral health concerns
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and support clinical staff and interns
- Proficiency with electronic health records and required reporting systems
- Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:- Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field
- Current state licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) required; clinical licensure preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families
- Prior experience working in school-based or community mental health settings preferred
- Experience conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and individual/group/family therapy
- Experience with crisis assessment, suicide risk assessment, and behavioral intervention
- Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, educators, and external service providers
- Knowledge of special education processes, IEPs, and school systems preferred
- Experience implementing evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care approaches
- Training in crisis prevention/intervention, restorative practices, or behavioral management preferred
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, since travel between school sites is required
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