Regional Clinical Director (RCD)

Clinic Operations

Ensure clinical work is executed, reviewed, and ready for billing (≥98% completion). Maintain compliance with regulatory, contractual, and agency standards.

Clinical Supervision

Maintain an active clinical caseload (10–15%). Provide supervision to Clinical Directors and staff caseloads per BBS/BOP/CASOMB guidelines.

Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as a region-wide liaison to maintain positive relationships with key partners. Collaborate with probation, parole, and referral agencies to coordinate client care and resolve issues.

Program Quality & Compliance

Implement and monitor clinic-wide treatment standards. Audit clinical metrics and support corrective action plans to improve service delivery.

Leadership & Staff Development

Facilitate regional meetings with CDs and staff (as needed), trainings, and case consultations. Recruit, interview, and provide performance oversight for clinical and operational staff.

Program Expansion

Engage in strategic planning, site development, and implementation of new programs or services.

Other Duties

Perform responsibilities consistent with leadership, supervision, and program objectives.

Qualifications

• Maintain region-wide clinical and supervision caseloads in line with BBS/BOP/CASOMB requirements.
• Lead and mentor Clinical Directors and Operations Managers to achieve operational and clinical goals.
• Ensure contractual and regulatory compliance across all clinics in the region.
• Actively participate in audits, corrective action plans, and stakeholder meetings.
• Promote a collaborative clinic culture emphasizing staff retention, morale, and professional development.

Education and Experience

• Required Qualifications:
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Licensed in California with BBS (LCSW, MFT, LPCC) or Board of Psychology (LP/PsyD).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive clinical experience, including forensic or sex offender-specific treatment.
• Minimum 8 years of administrative/management experience overseeing clinical operations.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive clinical experience, including forensic or sex offender-specific treatment.
• Experience providing board-level supervision and CASOMB supervision (or eligible).
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior regional leadership experience overseeing multiple clinics or departments.
• Knowledge of federal and state probation contracts, compliance requirements, and stakeholder reporting.
• Familiarity with CBT, Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR), Good Lives Model, and other forensic treatment modalities.
• Experience in program development, quality improvement, and strategic planning initiatives.

Skills & Abilities

• Hard Skills:
• Clinical expertise in forensic and sex offender populations.
• Proficiency with forensic assessment tools (STATIC 99R, STABLE, LS/CMI, PCL-R).
• Operational management and strategic planning skills.
• Data analysis and quality assurance monitoring.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership and mentorship to foster high-performing teams.
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making in complex environments.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities across clinics and teams.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, ethical, and culturally competent care.

Work Environment

Full-time, primarily on-site within a forensic mental health facility serving justice-involved clients, with travel between locations. Frequent movement between offices, clinic rooms, and community or correctional sites. Interaction with clients, clinical teams, probation/parole officers, courts, and community partners. Leadership roles require frequent regional travel for oversight, meetings, training, and strategic engagement. Some evenings or flexible hours may be required.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation): Frequent movement: Ability to stand, walk, or remain stationary for extended periods. Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry 25–50 pounds. Manual dexterity: Regular operation of computer, EMR system, office equipment, and documentation. Vision/Hearing: Clear vision and hearing for observation, documentation, assessments, and communication. Navigation: Ability to safely move through offices, clinics, and community environments. Travel: Manage extended regional travel while maintaining productivity and professional engagement.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, breastfeeding status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process, please notify us.