Job Description
Title of Position: Forensic Clinical Coordinator
Location: CONREP/Forensic Community Treatment Center
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Union/ Non-Union: Non-Union
Supervisor: Program Director
Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center's Conditional Release Program (CONREP) is seeking a
Psychologist or
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to fulfill the role of Forensic Clinical 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 under-served 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.
SUMMARY OF POSITION As part of the leadership of this interdisciplinary treatment team, the Forensic Clinical Coordinator provides clinical supervision to pre- and post-licensure clinicians, interns, and practicum students; 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. The role of Forensic Clinical Coordinator is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Psychologist or LCSW seeking to expand his/her skills in:
- Forensic treatment and supervision
- Violence risk assessment
- Court report writing
- Expert witness testimony
- Clinical supervision
- Team leadership
- Program development
- Crisis Intervention
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES Minimum Education Required: - Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work or psychology
- LCSW (2-years post-licensure)
Desired Education: - Doctorate in Psychology
- Licensed Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates for the Program Coordinator position will have the following:
- Experience providing treatment and/or assessment in a forensic setting
- Experience working with individuals with severe chronic mental illnesses
- Experience working with individuals with substance abuse problems
- Leadership experience or the professional demeanor that lends itself to developing as a leader
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
REQUIREMENTS - Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
- Valid California Driver's license.
- TB clearance.
- Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier.
Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center provides a supportive yet stimulating and creative environment where professionals are valued and given opportunities to develop their skills. Some of the many exciting ways Gateways invests in its employees include:
- Student loan forgiveness qualifying employer
- Option of a flexible work schedule (9/80)
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Cell phone reimbursement pay
- Vacation, sick time, bereavement, and personal holidays
- Bilingual pay, when applicable
- 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
- Employee appreciation events throughout the year
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,