Harmony Health is a Tribally owned wellness clinic that treats a broad-spectrum population of Native and Non-Native patients. Harmony is established to provide those with substance use disorders whole person care: primary care, infectious disease, and mental health care. We are building a team of dedicated and compassionate individuals who align with this mission.
Harmony Health brings an innovative model of highly individualized, compassionate care to patients with -substance use disorder. From the moment someone walks through the door of our state-of-the-art outpatient facility, they will encounter our thoughtfulness and intention for a humanizing and respectful experience with us. The comforting and safe setting of our nature-inspired facility and the friendly, professional attitude of our staff help to define our journey with each patient—and with each other—from day one.
Each employee at Harmony Health creates their own ripple effect in the larger circles of the families and communities that we touch.
We are currently seeking a Counseling Supervisor to support our clinic in Perris, CA. This position will report to the OTP Manager and will work in collaboration with clinic leadership and OTS leadership.
Indian Preference applies. Qualified Indian (American Indian or Alaskan Native) applicants will receive preference in accordance with 25 U.S.C. § 5323 and 25 U.S.C. § 472a.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Behavioral Health Supervisor / Therapist (LMFT / LCSW / LPCC) leads and supports a team of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors & Therapists to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care. Reporting to the OTP Manager, this role oversees clinical performance, provides individual supervision and training, reviews and signs off on clinical documentation, and maintains a collaborative, trauma-informed, and ethical clinical environment.
We are looking for a clinical leader who balances strong administrative oversight with deep empathy, cultural humility, and clinical expertise. The ideal candidate maintains their own partial patient caseload while guiding counseling staff in ASAM criteria, care planning, and regulatory compliance, ensuring operational excellence and continuous survey readiness.
THE DYAD MODEL
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Clinical Supervision & Documentation Oversight
- Review and sign off as Behavioral Health Supervisor / Therapist (LMFT / LCSW / LPCC) on all SUD Counseling staff Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation, including ASAM assessments, individualized care plans, progress notes, and annual justifications
- Conduct ongoing chart audits and clinical record reviews for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to regulatory and qualitative standards
- Oversee counselor and therapists’ caseloads, adjusting size, clinical necessity, and assignment appropriateness to optimize patient care and team productivity
- Verify counselor and therapists’ clinical proficiency and supervise day-to-day performance, compliance, and ethical standards in partnership with clinic leadership
Direct Clinical Care & Team Development
- Maintain a small individual patient caseload, delivering high-quality direct therapy, assessment, and care coordination services
- Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team huddles, weekly case conferences, and departmental counseling staff meetings
- Orient, coach, and mentor new and established counselors on clinic policies, evidence-based practices, and practical interpretation of accrediting and state standards
- Contribute to counselor performance evaluations, construct targeted performance improvement plans, and support ongoing professional growth
Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation Readiness
- Maintain continuous compliance with CARF standards, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, state opioid treatment authority (SOTA) regulations, and tribal policies
- Participate actively in on-site clinical reviews, accreditation surveys, and mock audits conducted by regulatory agencies
- Ensure strict adherence to mandatory reporting guidelines, including requirements under the Indian Child Protection Act regarding suspected child abuse or neglect
- Report any inappropriate or unethical staff behaviors immediately to clinic leadership to maintain compliance and clinical integrity
Culture & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Foster a trauma-informed, harm-reduction clinical culture grounded in mutual respect, accountability, and cultural humility
- Collaborate with medical, nursing, and administrative staff to ensure integrated whole-person care and seamless referral loops for patients
- Promote a creative, problem-solving environment geared toward enhancing patient engagement and treatment retention
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in SUD counseling, patient assessment, care planning, and documentation
- Minimum 1 year of Behavioral Health Supervisor / Therapist (LMFT / LCSW / LPCC)y experience in a behavioral health, OTP/MOUD, or substance use treatment setting
- Active California clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
- Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- Ability to pass background screening, drug screen, and any applicable state, federal, or tribal credentialing requirements
- Ability to provide health clearance and tuberculosis (TB) clearance
- Valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree (MSW, MFT, MS in Counseling or related field)
- Deep knowledge of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), ASAM criteria, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and recovery principles
- Experience working with tribal health programs, Indian Health Service (IHS), or Public Law 93-638 self-determination entities
- Experience preparing for and participating in CARF accreditation surveys
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish or a language native to the community served
SKILLS
The ideal candidate embodies the following:
- Strong clinical knowledge of SUD etiologies, evidence-based modalities, and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Ability to lead with calm confidence, mentorship, and ethical integrity in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional organizational skills with precise attention to clinical documentation details
- Ability to communicate and listen with intention, empathy, and cultural humility
- Passion for advocating for patients navigating substance use disorders without judgment
- Skill in treating every individual with dignity and respect, ensuring patients feel fully supported
- Flexibility, versatility, and willingness to adapt to evolving operational and regulatory needs
- Courage to uphold clinic values and maintain strict patient confidentiality
The ideal candidate embodies the following:
- Strong clinical knowledge of SUD etiologies, evidence-based modalities, and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Ability to lead with calm confidence, mentorship, and ethical integrity in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional organizational skills with precise attention to clinical documentation details
- Ability to communicate and listen with intention, empathy, and cultural humility
- Passion for advocating for patients navigating substance use disorders without judgment
- Skill in treating every individual with dignity and respect, ensuring patients feel fully supported
- Flexibility, versatility, and willingness to adapt to evolving operational and regulatory needs
- Courage to uphold clinic values and maintain strict patient confidentiality