Developmental Disabilities Program Supervisor
Job Description
Job Title: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Supervisor (LMSW / LLP / LPC)
Location: Southgate, MI 48195 (On-site)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM + at least one late evening weekly (minimum 4 hours after 5:00 PM)
Pay: $35.60–$48.17/hr (based on license + experience; incentive pay may be available)
Job Summary
Seeking an Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Supervisor to lead the clinical and administrative operations of an I/DD program. This role provides clinical supervision, manages crisis situations, strengthens documentation quality, and ensures waiver and regulatory compliance. Ideal for a fully licensed Michigan clinician who is highly organized, supportive with staff coaching, and confident in program oversight.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical and administrative supervision using varied supervisory methods
- Manage and support staff during crisis/de-escalation situations
- Review treatment records, progress notes, and reports; coach for documentation improvement
- Train/support staff on EMR workflows, reports, and productivity tracking
- Oversee staffing needs: onboarding, scheduling support, performance management, coaching, and corrective action
- Ensure compliance with Habilitation Waiver / Children’s Waiver and other funding requirements
- Maintain systems for staff credentials, training hours, and monthly supervision requirements
- Lead staff meetings, case consultations, and interdepartmental coordination
- Participate in quality improvement activities and community meetings/trainings as needed
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling
- Michigan full license required: LMSW, LLP, or LPC (full license only)
- 1+ year experience evaluating/treating children and adolescents
- 1+ year experience working with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and relevant treatment modalities
- Strong documentation skills, organization, professionalism, and crisis management ability
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Preferred: Waiver experience, supervisory experience, EMR experience
Job Requirements
Required
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling
- Michigan full license (required): LMSW, LLP, or LPC (must be fully licensed—no limited/temporary licenses)
- 1+ year experience examining/evaluating/treating children and adolescents
- 1+ year experience working with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) diagnoses and using relevant treatment modalities
- Ability to handle crisis situations appropriately
- Strong written/verbal communication; organized, flexible, culturally competent, non-judgmental approach
- Valid driver’s license + acceptable driving record
- No sponsorship (cannot be on student/work visa or require sponsorship)
Highly Preferred
- Experience working with waivers (ex: Habilitation Waiver / Children’s Waiver)
- Supervisory experience (1+ year preferred)
- EMR experience