Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center
Program Director (Psychologist)
Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90026
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Client Name Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center Job Type Permanent Offering Locums Profession Behavioral & Mental Health Specialty Clinical Psychologist Job ID 32130311 Job Title Program Director (Psychologist)
Shift Details
Shift 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5 Scheduled Hours 40
Job Order Details
Start Date 08/01/2025
Job Description
Job Title: Program Director (Psychologist) Location: Los Angeles, CA Setting: Forensic Outpatient Mental Health Program Schedule: Monday-Friday or 9/80 Salary: $143,000 - $162,240
Astrya Global, a San Diego-based medical staffing agency, is hiring a Program Director for a Forensic Community Treatment Program (FCTP) in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time, exempt role is ideal for a licensed psychologist with experience in forensic mental health settings and strong clinical leadership skills. The Program Director provides direct administrative, clinical, and fiscal oversight of the forensic outpatient program.
Benefits Package for a Program Director: 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
Qualifications of a Program Director: •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 Driver's License and clean driving record •CPR, First Aid, CPI, MOAB, and Fire/Safety Training (or ability to obtain within 180 days)
Duties/Responsibilities of a Program Director: •Oversee all clinical, operational, and fiscal aspects of the FCTP program •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
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of experience placing healthcare professionals and is certified by the Joint Commission and NALTO. We are committed to helping clinicians find roles where they thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Client Details
Address 1891 Effie St City Los Angeles State CA Zip Code 90026
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Job listings on this board are posted by Astrya Global and are subject to change or removal at any time without notice. Please call us at (888) 808-3138 or visit our website www.astryaglobal.com for more information.
Client Name Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center Job Type Permanent Offering Locums Profession Behavioral & Mental Health Specialty Clinical Psychologist Job ID 32130311 Job Title Program Director (Psychologist)
Shift Details
Shift 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5 Scheduled Hours 40
Job Order Details
Start Date 08/01/2025
Job Description
Job Title: Program Director (Psychologist) Location: Los Angeles, CA Setting: Forensic Outpatient Mental Health Program Schedule: Monday-Friday or 9/80 Salary: $143,000 - $162,240
Astrya Global, a San Diego-based medical staffing agency, is hiring a Program Director for a Forensic Community Treatment Program (FCTP) in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time, exempt role is ideal for a licensed psychologist with experience in forensic mental health settings and strong clinical leadership skills. The Program Director provides direct administrative, clinical, and fiscal oversight of the forensic outpatient program.
Benefits Package for a Program Director: 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
Qualifications of a Program Director: •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 Driver's License and clean driving record •CPR, First Aid, CPI, MOAB, and Fire/Safety Training (or ability to obtain within 180 days)
Duties/Responsibilities of a Program Director: •Oversee all clinical, operational, and fiscal aspects of the FCTP program •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
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of experience placing healthcare professionals and is certified by the Joint Commission and NALTO. We are committed to helping clinicians find roles where they thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Client Details
Address 1891 Effie St City Los Angeles State CA Zip Code 90026
Job Board Disclaimer
Job listings on this board are posted by Astrya Global and are subject to change or removal at any time without notice. Please call us at (888) 808-3138 or visit our website www.astryaglobal.com for more information.