Licensed Clinical Social Worker II-Clinical Supervisor

Location: Los Angeles, California

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join us in building a more inclusive world at Braille Institute of America. We are undertaking one of the most transformative initiatives in our history, planning our next century of success in serving the blind and visually impaired communities.

Through our 2025-2027 strategic planning process, we identified the next generation opportunities to advance critical initiatives in areas such as customer research; the expansion and transformation of current programs and services; the development of new nationally and internationally accessible programs; the creation of dynamic new strategic partnerships; and the alignment of our mission, strategy, and resources.

If you are ready to join a dynamic organization transforming the lives of individuals experiencing vision loss, we want you on our team.

WHO WE ARE

At Braille Institute, we are driven by a shared purpose: to serve the blind and low vision community. We come together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, finding fulfillment in the impact we create. We believe in fostering a culture that is collaborative, inclusive, and flexible.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, valuing both personal and professional fulfillment. Here, youll find an environment that supports your well-being while providing opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive alongside colleagues who are sighted and visually impaired.

Join us in embracing technology and innovation as we shape the future of accessibility and positively transform the lives of those with vision loss.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: All employees within Braille Institute are expected to support the organization's mission, vision and values, work cooperatively with others, contribute to the positive morale of the department/center and be a respected representative of the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Summary:

Braille Institute of America is seeking an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker to oversee clinical service delivery within the social work program throughout our Southern California Centers and national online programming. This position provides clinical leadership and supervision to registered associates and will help build and oversee a robust Master Social Work internship program.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical supervision to registered associates and master's level interns.
• Assist Social Work Director with program oversight for all unlicensed, pre-licensed, and licensed staff.

Additional Duties Include:

• Help implement and oversee a robust training program for Associate Social Workers and Master of Social Work interns.
• Provide clinical supervision to registered Associate Social Workers pursuing licensure, and/or Master of Social Work interns. May provide supervision within other disciplines (e.g. Associate Marriage Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Marriage Family Therapist Intern).
• Provide clinical oversight to other staff and paraprofessionals in the Social Work program.
• Provide crisis intervention and consult on complex and challenging cases to internal teams.
• Utilize current client management system and other technology for program maintenance and outcomes reporting.
• Review documentation for quality assurance.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and community partners.
• Facilitate emotional support counseling groups and social adjustment initiatives.
• Complete assessments, treatment plans, referrals, and follow-up care to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
• May perform as an operational team leader to department staff on key projects, policies, and daily operations
• May maintain a small caseload of short-term therapy clients, especially if case is determined too complex for pre-licensed staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Master of Social Work degree
• Registered Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years post-license employment in a clinical setting with progressive responsibilities.
• Completion of, or ability to complete at time of hire, mandatory 6 hours of Continuing Education Units required by the Board Behavioral Science to be eligible to provide clinical supervision to registered associates in California. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 1-year experience supervising associates or interns.
• Experience with youth, transitional age youth, and/or older adults preferred.
• Prior work experience in disability services is desirable.
• Spanish-speaking highly preferred.
• Able to pass a background check.

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced clinical skills for working with individuals (assessment, treatment plan, intervention, and outcomes evaluation).
• Advanced clinical skills for working with groups (assessment, treatment plan, intervention, and outcomes evaluation).
• Advanced knowledge on mandated reporting and comfort mentoring others in determining mandated reporting requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of, and ability to model to others, understanding and application of professional laws and ethics.
• Ability to mentor professional behavior (interpersonal skills, teamwork, personal accountability, conflict resolution, continuous learning, advocacy and diplomacy).

Work Environment:

• This is not a remote position. Staff are expected to be in the office every day for the first 90 days and then will be evaluated for one remote day per week pending program needs.
• Work is conducted in one of our 7 offices throughout Southern California. Clinical Supervisor will be assigned to Los Angeles (may also consider candidates geographically near Anaheim) but may need to occasionally commute to other offices for meetings, case consultation, or program coordination. During the first 90 days the candidate will need to be willing to commute to the Los Angeles office, even if their designated home office is in Anaheim.

Physical Requirements:

• The role operates with standard office equipment.

Salary range: $95,000-$110,000

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