Profession Program Director; Psychologist Los Angeles, CA

Overview

Profession:
Program Director (Psychologist) Los Angeles, CA

Job Title:

Program Director (Psychologist)

Location:

Los Angeles, CA

Setting:
Forensic Outpatient Mental Health Program

Schedule:

Monday-Friday or 9/80

• Oversee all clinical, operational, and fiscal aspects of the Forensic Community Treatment Program (FCTP).
• Facilitate treatment team meetings and guide supervision and case planning.
• Ensure program goals and quality standards are met in accordance with DSH and Penal Code.
• Direct clinical decision-making and intervene in high-risk or emergency situations.
• Collaborate with CONREP leadership, community stakeholders, law enforcement, and courts.
• Maintain compliance with documentation, billing, and reporting standards.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to licensed and unlicensed staff.
• Deliver expert-level testimony and court reporting.
• Stay current with trends in forensic psychology and integrate best practices.

• Doctorate in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology.
• Experience treating individuals with serious mental illness in forensic settings.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising clinical teams.
• Knowledge of risk assessment, structured professional judgment (SPJ), and CONREP system.
• Ability to provide written and verbal testimony in legal settings.
• Valid CA Drivers License and clean driving record.
• CPR, First Aid, CPI, MOAB, and Fire/Safety Training (or ability to obtain within 180 days).

• Student loan forgiveness qualifying employer
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule option
• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer-matched retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Bilingual pay where applicable
• Ongoing training in forensic psychology and risk assessment
• Certification reimbursement and on-call pay
• Employee appreciation events

Salary: $143,000 - $162,240

Start Date:

09/26/2025