Under the assigned supervisor, the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Supervisor is responsible for the direction and management of effective clinical service delivery of services. Within the assigned IPS program in accordance with the programmatic and DCFS contractual guidelines.  IPS Supervisors will ensure supervisees utilize applicable principles of Social Work and/or Counseling which include – Mental Health assessment, group and individual psychotherapy, family intervention, client/family education, and treatment planning. Supervisors provide weekly coaching and clinical supervision to new and existing staff members, mentoring them and helping them develop their clinical skills. IPS supervisors will improve their management of new and existing staff via internal and external training.  While further developing their clinical skills by staying up to date on programmatic, Illinois state guidelines and examining clinical best practices.

$6,000 Sign On Bonus Available!

Job Duties Include:

Reviews intake information of clients referred for IPS services and determines if the referral will be accepted. Tracks all accepted and waitlisted IPS client referrals in the Microsoft TEAMS tracking sheet. Provides supervision to supervisee’s and supportive staff on therapeutic approaches with clients, and administrative duties follow-up and completion. Will review weekly all written documents, requests, and SDS notes generated by supervisees. Works with staff to ensure families gain stability and children are provided permanency via the utilization of evidence-based practices and frameworks such as Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC). Create cohesive teams which are multi-ethnically and multilingually diverse. To support the shaping of the agency’s culture, while being representative of the communities the agency services throughout the state of Illinois. Participates in required supervisor meetings and training with funding sources and community partners. Provides supervisees with training, education, and weekly ongoing clinical supervision or as needed. Provides direct service to children and families in the absence of assigned staff or as needed. Oversees an on-call crisis response system, which may be for referral intake and/or client emergencies. Manages case assignments to ensure an equal distribution of cases and to maintain the appropriate staff-to-client ratios as outlined by the funding source. Ensures weekly client contact is maintained in accordance with specific program guidelines and the minimum required contact hours are achieved each month. Ensures staff at all levels are closely monitoring child and client safety and are appropriately responsive to any situation posing a risk to, or by, a client. Completes and submits yearly performance appraisals for supervisees. Maintains a positive organizational culture while demonstrating professional maturity in the management of programmatic and policy-related duties. Oversees internal and external interns. Performs other related duties as assigned.

This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.  

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree in Human Services, Counseling, Mental Health, and or Social Work fields required

Experience

1 - 5 years of experience in the supervision or lead of supervisee's, progressive responsibility related to Social Services, or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred License eligible preferred

Other

Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with OHU-required levels of coverage for auto insurance required

DCFS background clearance required

We Invest in You!

Competitive pay and benefits Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year Generous vacation and PTO plans Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, Agency paid life and LTD, supplemental life insurance Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities Leadership opportunities on site-based Center Management Teams

A Different Kind Of Employer - One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Missouri, and Florida Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895 Energetic leadership and a rich community of support

One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.  One Hope United participates in e Verify.

In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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