Jail-Based Competency & Stabilization Program Director

CHP Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education support

Malpractice coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CHP Health in Monterey County is seeking a Jail-Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) and Early Access to Stabilization Services Program Director. The role is onsite at the Monterey County Jail with CA clinical licensure required, reporting to the Director of Forensic Mental Health Programs.

The director will oversee JBCT and EASS programs, coordinate with DSH, MSO, and CHP, supervise staff, ensure policy-aligned service delivery, and present CQI reports while maintaining court and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Active independent clinical licensure in California (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PsyD, PhD).
• Experience in correctional mental health or acute behavioral health settings.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical leadership with direct accountability for operations and staff.
• Ability to obtain and maintain jail clearance.
• Willingness to work within a jail setting (onsite only).

Responsibilities

• Clinical & Operational Oversight of JBCT and EASS programs.
• Liaise with DSH, Monterey Sheriff’s Office, and CHP corporate.
• Coordinate with site leaders (HSA, DON, charge nurse).
• Ensure services align with policies and professional standards.
• Lead clinical supervision of pre-licensed clinicians.
• Prepare court reports and CQI-related updates.
• Direct staff recruitment and onboarding.
• Maintain relationships with courts and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical oversight

Stakeholder mgmt

Court reporting

CQI

Recruitment

Staff development

Corrections familiarity

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

Tools

CorEMR

TechCare

Sapphire

Job description

CHP Health in Monterey County is seeking a Jail-Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) and Early Access to Stabilization Services Program Director. The role is onsite at the Monterey County Jail with CA clinical licensure required, reporting to the Director of Forensic Mental Health Programs.

The director will oversee JBCT and EASS programs, coordinate with DSH, MSO, and CHP, supervise staff, ensure policy-aligned service delivery, and present CQI reports while maintaining court and stakeholder