This credential is for the alcohol and other drug abuse clinical supervisor.
This is an international credential that is recognized throughout the
world via reciprocity.
A clinical supervisor is directly involved with staff development dealing
with the clinical skills and competencies of persons providing counseling.
The format for supervision is commonly one-to-one and/or small groups
on a regular basis. Methods for review often include case review and discussion,
utilizing direct and indirect observations of a counselor’s clinical
work.
Five years (10,000 hours) of paid, supervised
employment as an alcohol and other drug abuse counselor.
Two years (4,000 hours) of paid, supervised employment as an alcohol
and other drug abuse clinical supervisor. These 2 years may be included
in the 5 years of counseling employment and must include the provision
of 200 contact hours of face-to-face clinical supervision.
Current and valid CAC credential OR a master’s degree in a human
service related field.
30 hours of PCB approved didactic education in the following clinical
supervision domains: counselor development, professional and ethical
standards, program development and quality assurance, performance
evaluation, administration, and treatment knowledge.
Sign and abide by Code of Ethical Conduct.
Must live or work in PA at time of application.
Pass a written exam.
Submission of application, all documentation, and fee.
CCS is a 2 year credential and must be recertified.
