JOB POSITION OPENING: LAY COUNSELING SUPERVISOR

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Anew Day is looking to fill a vacancy in our Lay Counseling Supervisor position.​ If you are interested, please complete the form below.

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POSITION SUMMARY

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The Lay Counseling Supervisor provides clinical leadership, supervision, and support to a diverse team of volunteer mental health counselors within a Christian faith based religious non-profit organization. This role ensures high‑quality, ethical, and culturally responsive services while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, state regulations, and professional standards. The supervisor fosters a collaborative environment that promotes personal growth, clinical excellence, and positive client outcomes.

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KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

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Clinical Supervision & Leadership

• Provide individual and group clinical supervision to a diverse team of volunteer mental health counselors.

• Review and approve clinical documentation and progress notes.

• Offer guidance on complex cases, crisis situations, and ethical decision‑making.

• Model trauma‑informed, culturally competent, and evidence‑based practices.

• Support staff in developing clinical skills and self‑care strategies.

 

Program Oversight

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, state regulations, and professional standards.

• Monitor caseload distribution, counseling treatment quality, and clinical outcomes.

• Participate in program development, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with leadership to refine workflows, improve service access, and enhance client experience.

 

Administrative Duties

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to counselors.

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training new volunteer counselors.

• Maintain accurate supervision records and ensure timely documentation.

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and agency leadership discussions.

 

Client Care & Crisis Support

• Provide direct clinical services as needed, including assessments, crisis intervention, and short‑term counseling.

• Support counselors in managing high‑risk clients and coordinating care with external providers.

• Uphold ethical standards related to confidentiality, boundaries, and mandated reporting.

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QUALIFICATIONS

 

Required

• Master’s level degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of post‑graduate clinical experience.

• Strong knowledge of evidence‑based practices, crisis intervention, and team-management.

 

Preferred

• Independent clinical license (e.g., LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) in good standing.

• Approved clinical supervisor status (or ability to obtain).

• Experience supervising pre‑licensed clinicians or interns.

• Background in community mental health, school‑based services, or integrated care.

 

Core Competencies

• Leadership and mentorship

• Clinical judgment and ethical decision‑making

• Strong communication and conflict‑resolution skills

• Organizational and time‑management abilities

• Commitment to client‑centered care

 

Work Environment

• On-site for 3-4 days per week (minimum of 24 hours per week)

• May require occasional crisis response or flexible hours

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team setting​

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