Senior Clinical Therapist - Quality Improvement - Outpatient

Overview

Senior Clinical Therapist

LPCC, LMFT or LCSW

Quality Improvement - Outpatient – Riverside, CA

Must have a valid license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences.

The Riverside University Health System's Behavioral Health department has an opening for a Senior Clinical Therapist with the Quality Improvement - Outpatient team in Riverside, CA. The Quality Improvement – Outpatient office provides oversight and review of all Mental Health clinics and Managed Care providers providing services to our beneficiaries. The office handles problems, complaints, and/or grievances and assures program compliance with state and federal regulations.

Quality Improvement monitors the overall performance of the system through data collection, reporting, and analysis; developing goals and standards; and providing information to improve processes and the efficiency/effectiveness of service delivery. The Senior Clinical Therapist oversees the quality assurance and utilization review processes for the department, including monitoring adherence to state and federal regulations, conducting clinical and administrative reviews of county and contracted providers, coordinating with DHCS for state audits and reviews, and facilitating staff trainings on clinical practices with technical assistance to staff.

This position follows a 9/80 schedule and requires some driving, therefore a California driver’s license is required.

We are looking for candidates who

• 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.

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, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs include Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian’s Office, addressing 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 Riverside RUHS Behavioral Health information by contacting the program or visiting the site (no external link provided).

• 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 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 data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.
• Develop service plans with consumers and evaluate needs across psychosocial domains.
• Coordinate with other staff and community agencies in treatment or…