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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

We are looking for a Supervisor to join our team. The Crisis Response Social Work Supervisor will supervise staff in in the Crisis Response Program, including supervising daily operations and providing clinical supervision. Crisis Response Social Workers respond to people in crisis with mental health, substance use, behavioral, housing, financial and other social service needs.  Their duties include considerable public contact and are intended to bridge the gap between emergency medical response and/or law enforcement and the social needs of people within this population.  They directly contact and/or accompany emergency medical responders and/or law enforcement on patrol to assist individuals belonging to the target population in accessing mental health, substance use, homeless or other social services.  

The Crisis Response Social Work Supervisor supervises the daily shift activities and personnel of the Crisis Response program, in addition to providing clinical supervision to the program staff. The Supervisor reports to the Program Manager, who is responsible for the program and has final decision-making authority. The Supervisor will respond to calls for service as needed.

Directly supervises assigned staff who work on rotating shift schedules in the field. Supervises subordinate personnel, including motivating, training, and delegating assignments; monitoring performance; conducting performance evaluations; taking disciplinary/corrective action; recommending salary increases and promotions; and recommending hiring and terminations.

• Provides clinical supervision to program staff. Consults with assigned staff about ethical issues, clinical best practices, resource planning, and resource connecting. 
• Oversees daily shift activities of the Crisis Response program including scheduling and logistics.
• Supports the Program Manager in planning, organizing, developing, and maintaining the City’s Community Responder program, to include:
  1. Assisting with coordinating policies and planning to include drafting policies and procedures for the program. 
  2. Ensuring Crisis Response Social Workers submit and maintain program data and outcomes.
  3. Overseeing service-delivery improvements, training requirements, and SOPs

• Knowledge of the principles of behavior and motivation.
• Knowledge of community health, housing, financial, and behavioral health resources and criteria for providing services.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal social service programs and eligibility criteria, including Veteran-specific programs, Medicare, and Medicaid.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar programs.
• Skilled in professional writing, communication, and report preparation. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with team members, other departments and city staff, city officials and the public.
• Proficient research, statistical and analytical skills.
• Work effectively in team environments.
• Express ideas and recommendations clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including elected officials, non-profit partners, and multi-jurisdictional staff to implement programmatic solutions.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities in physically demanding, stressful, and environmentally diverse conditions. 
• Ability to commit to working with the team to analyze outcomes and challenges.
• Ability to work effectively as a member in formal and informal teams. 
• Ability to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; obtain first-hand information and use it for improvements in services; act with consumers in mind; establish and maintain effective relationships and gain trust and respect.
• Values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Understands and supports equity and inclusion in policies and practices; works effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, perspectives and lived experiences; inspires and encourages fair treatment.        
• Dedicated to continuous quality improvement. Committed to work with teams to improve the quality of life for community members.

Education and Experience:

• A master's degree in social work and 3-5 years’ experience working from a trauma-informed approach with individuals with significant mental health and substance use disorders or in a Mobile Integrated Health Program.  
• Two years supervising a team in a social service setting.

• Current Washington State Driver’s License is required.
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker is preferred.  
• Clinical Supervisor within the State of Washington (or ability to obtain within 90 days) is also preferred.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Work involves standing for long periods of time in inclement weather.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• May work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Questions when requested and can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications. 

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committeed to employees, integrity, and innovation. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
  
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing. 

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