Clinical Supervisor – SUD

Sea Mar Community Health Centers

Clinical Supervisor overseeing behavioral health and substance-use services at Sea Mar Community Health Centers. Supervising clinicians, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing outpatient assessments and psychotherapy in Lynnwood, Washington.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeLynnwood • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health and chemical dependency services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality clinical supervision. Proficient in managing caseloads, conducting evaluations, and maintaining documentation in accordance with The Joint Commission and other regulatory bodies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree in Social Science or Social ServiceMental Health Professional (MHP) CriteriaLicensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP)Clinical Documentation Review in CernerCPR and First Aid Certification

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Hard Skills

Clinical SupervisionOutpatient EvaluationsPsychotherapyData AccuracyQuality Improvement ReportsFile ReviewsTreatment PlansCompliance ReviewClient Follow-UpDocumentation Standards

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationTraining and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Cerner

Certifications & Qualifications

Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor LicenseMental Health Associate LicenseCPR CertificationFirst Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthSubstance AbuseChemical DependencyThe Joint CommissionHIPAA ComplianceBHODBHRCommunity EducationEthical StandardsLatino Community Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in interviewing, selecting, training, planning, assigning, and directing work/caseloads for employees
Review client charts for BHO, DBHR, and The Joint Commission compliance
Provide individual and group supervision to mental health, substance abuse, chemical dependency, peer specialist, case management, and other program staff
Review and approve therapists’ clinical documentation and electronic progress notes in Cerner
Collaborate with the Manager on service hours, productivity, caseload distribution, quality improvement reports, and data accuracy
Conduct weekly file reviews and implement corrective actions
Maintain relationships with BHO and referral agencies and market the program to community organizations
Ensure HIPAA, 42 CFR Part II, 45 CFR 154-528, WAC, county, state, and Sea Mar requirements are followed
Ensure delivery of chemical dependency and mental health services required by contracts and community needs
Support clinical operations and report findings to the Program Manager and Regional Director
Participate in management and staff meetings and assist with inter-agency referrals
Assist with hiring Behavioral Health Program positions
Provide outpatient evaluations, assessments, psychotherapy, home visits, and client follow-up
Consult with professionals and agencies on evaluations, treatment plans, and follow-up
Prepare timely consumer records and provide community education
Ensure clinical staff maintain current documentation and meet The Joint Commission standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in the Social Science or Social Service field
At least five (5) years’ experience in the field, including some administrative experience
Must meet criteria of a Mental Health Professional (MHP)
Licensed status preferred (LMHC, CDP, LMFT, LICSW)
If not licensed, must hold and maintain an active Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor License or mental health Associate License, or be a CDP/T
Agency Affiliated Counselor License may be pending for up to 60 days if applied for within 7 days of being offered employment
Must sign an oath of permanent confidentiality covering patient-related information
Must receive a DSHS and Washington State Patrol background check
Must comply with Sea Mar and DOH ethical standards
No history or evidence of alcohol or other drug misuse for three years immediately prior to employment, and no misuse while employed
Must complete an annual clinical competency test as a mental health therapist and chemical dependency professional/trainee
Must have and maintain current CPR certification; if inactive at hire, obtain within 90 days
Must have and maintain active First Aid certification
Must take a TB test annually and at time of hire
Knowledge and experience working with Latinos, migrant and seasonal farm workers, and homeless individuals preferred
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before clients or employees
Ability to calculate figures and apply basic algebra and geometry
Ability to apply common sense and deal with problems involving several concrete variables

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription coverage
Life insurance
Long-term disability
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid time off starting at 24 days per year
10 paid holidays
401(k)/retirement options
Opportunity for advancement
Culturally diverse work environment