Mental Health LCSW Program Coordinator 24-00758

POSITIONMental Health Program Coordinator(Forensic Treatment Program / Psy.or LCSW)DescriptionOur client's Conditional Release Program (CONREP) is seeking a Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to fulfill the role of Program Coordinator in its Forensic Community Treatment Program (FCTP). This forensic outpatient program provides court and parole-mandated treatment and supervision to individuals committed as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, Offender with a Mental Health Disorder, or Incompetent to Stand Trial. The FCTP clinical team is a leader in providing compassionate and effective mental health treatment, evaluations, and risk management to underserved and over-represented populations in forensic settings. The leadership team is comprised of seasoned experts who are invested in each team member's professional growth and have developed a robust didactic training program for all clinical staff that has been expanded to other CONREP programs throughout California.As part of the leadership of this interdisciplinary treatment team, the Program Coordinator provides clinical supervision to pre- and post-licensure clinicians, interns, and practicum students; oversees case managers and home visit counselors; supports the Program Director in overseeing daily program operations; interfaces with community-based stakeholders; and provides direct clinical care and crisis intervention as needed. This is a full-time, salaried position, with intermittent on-call responsibilities.SkillsThe role of Program Coordinator is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Psychologist or LCSW seeking to expand their skills in:Forensic treatment and supervisionViolence risk assessmentCourt report writingExpert witness testimonyClinical supervisionTeam leadershipProgram developmentCrisis interventionRequirementsLicense as a Psychologist or LCSW in the State of CaliforniaExperience providing treatment and/or assessment in a forensic settingExperience working with individuals with severe chronic mental illnessesExperience working with individuals with substance abuse problemsLeadership experience or the professional demeanor that lends itself to developing as a leaderExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAdditional InformationFull Time, Direct Placement.Comprehensive Benefits Package.Ongoing training in forensic mental health through a robust didactic training program, the Department of State Hospitals trainings, and the Forensic Mental Health Association of California Annual Conference.INDH