Flex & Follow Up Clinical Supervisor - MRRCT

SEATTLE, WAPosted 17 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)

• Job overview

  The Flex & Follow Up Clinical Supervisor at DESC leads the Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Team to provide timely crisis intervention and support for adults experiencing homelessness and behavioral health issues in King County.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The supervisor manages team operations, provides clinical and administrative supervision, coordinates crisis responses, ensures compliance with policies, conducts mental health assessments, and supports staff development and scheduling.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers benefits including dental, life, long-term disability, medical insurance with no premiums for employees, an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, ORCA card subsidy, 34 days paid time off annually, and a retirement plan.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have a Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field or a Bachelor of Nursing with mental health specialty, a licensed AAC credential or equivalent, at least one year of community behavioral health experience, crisis management skills, and knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders; supervisory experience and bilingual skills are preferred.

• Career development

  The role offers opportunities for leadership development through supervision responsibilities, participation in hiring, and ongoing training in crisis intervention and behavioral health best practices.

• Work environment and culture

  DESC values diversity, cooperation, and respect, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment focused on serving vulnerable populations with empathy and non-judgmental care.

• Company information

  DESC is a nonprofit with over 45 years of experience addressing homelessness and behavioral health in King County, serving nearly 3,000 people daily with innovative integrated services and housing solutions.

• Team overview

  The supervisor leads a multidisciplinary team including Certified Peer Crisis Outreach Specialists, Crisis Outreach Specialists, and Mental Health Professional Crisis Outreach Specialists within the Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Team.

• Job location and travel

  The job is based in King County, primarily serving Seattle, with fieldwork requiring travel across the region and use of agency or personal vehicles.

• Unique job features

  The role uniquely combines clinical supervision with real-time crisis response in the community, emphasizing fieldwork, team leadership, and coordination within a well-established nonprofit crisis intervention program.

Company overview

Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) is a non-profit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to providing comprehensive services to homeless and vulnerable populations. They offer emergency shelter, supportive housing, mental health and addiction treatment, and employment services. DESC generates revenue through government grants, private donations, and partnerships with local agencies. Founded in 1979, DESC has been pivotal in pioneering the Housing First approach, which prioritizes providing permanent housing to those in need without preconditions.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your leadership and supervisory experience in community-based behavioral health services, highlighting your ability to manage crisis response teams effectively in high-pressure environments.

• Focus on showcasing your knowledge of crisis intervention, harm reduction strategies, and mental health assessments, incorporating keywords such as 'crisis management,' 'clinical supervision,' and 'behavioral health' to optimize for ATS systems.

• Apply through multiple platforms including DESC’s official careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant nonprofit job boards to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect with current DESC MRRCT team members or supervisors on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like expressing admiration for DESC’s innovative approach to homelessness or asking about the team’s experiences with crisis outreach in King County.

• Ensure your resume includes specific terminology from the job description such as 'clinical consultation,' 'performance evaluations,' 'King County crisis response system,' and 'documentation standards' to pass ATS filters.

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