Senior Clinical Therapist - Incompetent to Stand Trial; IST - Diversion Program

Senior Clinical Therapist

Licensure: LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences. Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) - Diversion Program, Banning, CA

The Riverside University Health System's Behavioral Health department has an opening for a Senior Clinical Therapist to assist in leading and setting up our Incompetent to Stand Trial Diversion program in Banning, CA. The program will provide mental health services to incarcerated consumers at risk of being entered into the 1370 competency process so that consumers do not have an extended stay in custody while restoring competency.

The program assists adult men and women with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have recently entered into custody. This position is responsible for overseeing clinical services aimed at stabilizing clients and preventing the need for competency restoration within the legal system. Key responsibilities include overseeing/leading a multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with courts, legal representatives, and correctional partners, and monitoring client progress toward stabilization.

The Senior Clinical Therapist will assist in providing clinical supervision and leadership, ensures effective crisis intervention, and maintains compliance with state regulations and ensures documentation standards. This position requires a valid California Driver’s License, as the role will involve occasional travel. The position follows a 9/80 work schedule, from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Are Licensed professionals (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
• Have a minimum of two years post-licensure experience
• Have strong computer and organizational skills
• Have supervisory/lead experience

For this recruitment, the position is eligible for a 10% DTR differential that is applied to hours physically worked. At any time, this differential can be removed.

The certification list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill other future Behavioral Health Service Supervisor vacancies within Behavioral Health that may occur in the coming weeks.

Meet the Team!

Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian’s Office, address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health, you’ll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

If you’re passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!

For more information, please visit RUHS Behavioral Health website.

• Provide extensive clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians, within the scope of licensure.
• Monitor fidelity and provide clinical supervision and coaching for evidence based treatment models.
• Develop mental health related training curriculum and conduct training for clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
• Conduct clinical and quality improvement chart audits.
• Coordinate clinical decisions in response to operational demands.
• Conduct clinical discussions regarding complex or difficult cases.
• Act as a casework consultant to other clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and staff.
• Serve as liaison with other sections, units, services, and agencies.
• Participate in mental health conferences and local area committees.
• Interview consumers, relatives, and other involved persons to gather personal and social data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.
• Develop service plans with consumers; evaluate psychological, economic, vocational, educational, physical, health, socialization, and housing needs.
• Coordinate with other staff members (psychiatrists,…