- Salary
- $105k – $140k
- Location
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Director
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- PCRecruiter
Description
Clinical Director, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist (PhD, PsyD)
Forensic Mental Health, Outpatient, Post-Sentenced Clients
Full-Time, Permanent
$105,000 – $140,000 + Loan Forgiveness + Full Benefits
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 | Santa Maria, CA 93454
HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is seeking a Clinical Director licensed in California as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) for a CASOMB-certified outpatient forensic mental health program serving post-sentenced clients. This role includes direct clinical care, team leadership, and oversight of outpatient services.
Clinical Director Responsibilities:
- Provide 40%–50% direct clinical care including assessments, individual, and group therapy
- Lead and supervise interdisciplinary clinical teams
- Oversee documentation, audits, and compliance with CARF and CASOMB standards
- Monitor staff productivity, quality, and clinical outcomes
- Provide supervision to associate-level clinicians
- Participate in leadership meetings and community engagement
- Support program development and operational performance
- Participate in on-call rotation as needed
- Provide court testimony when required
Clinical Director Requirements:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
- Active California license as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Psychologist (PhD, PsyD)
- 3+ years of post-licensure experience
- 2+ years in forensic mental health or sex offender-specific treatment
- 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
- Experience with CBT, STATIC-99R, STABLE, and risk assessment tools
- CASOMB certification preferred
- Ability to commute within San Luis Obispo County or Santa Maria
Compensation and Benefits:
- $105,000 – $140,000 base salary
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- 401K with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 15 vacation days, 9 holidays, and 24 sick days
- Licensure reimbursement and continuing education support
- Employee Assistance Program
Skills
Compliance