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Program Director, Forensic Community Treatment Center - Licensed Psychologist

Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center · Glendale, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

Essentials

  • Provide clinical supervision to multidisciplinary staff, including psychologists, therapists, and other treatment providers
  • Oversee treatment planning, case conceptualization, and implementation for a complex forensic outpatient population
  • Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide guidance on high-risk clinical situations
  • Conduct and oversee violence risk assessments and risk management strategies
  • Ensure clinical services meet ethical, professional, and forensic standards
  • Prepare, review, and oversee court reports addressing a variety of penal codes
  • Provide expert witness testimony as required
  • Ensure documentation is thorough, defensible, and compliant with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee program operations, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development of staff
  • Manage administrative functions such as timecards, scheduling, and workload distribution
  • Lead program development and continuous quality improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with agency policies and Department of State Hospital guidelines
  • Monitor program outcomes and quality assurance metrics
  • Lead multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
  • Foster a collaborative, respectful, and accountable team culture across disciplines
  • Serve as a clinical and organizational leader, providing clear direction while valuing diverse perspectives

Qualifications

Required:

  • Licensed Psychologist
  • Experience in forensic psychology or related field
  • Strong clinical skills and knowledge of forensic practice
  • Ability to navigate complex legal and ethical issues
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

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