Associate Training Director

Overview / Job Summary

The Associate Director, Training and Development supports the implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement of clinical and professional development programs across the forensic mental health division. Working under the direction of the Executive Director, Training and Development, this role helps ensure that employees, trainees, and students receive effective training aligned with evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The Associate Director collaborates with Executives, Clinical Operations, Human Resources, clinical supervisors, and academic partners to coordinate training initiatives, support student and internship programs, monitor training completion, and promote consistent clinical standards across organizational locations. This position is well suited to a licensed mental health professional with a strong clinical foundation, an interest in education and professional development, and the ability to translate clinical knowledge into practical training and staff development initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical Training and Program Development

• Assist with developing, coordinating, and implementing clinical training programs, educational materials, and professional development initiatives.
• Support the development and maintenance of curricula, training resources, presentations, and instructional materials.
• Help ensure training content reflects evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, ethical standards, and applicable clinical guidelines.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate training sessions, workshops, and other learning activities as assigned.
• Support the onboarding and continuing education of clinical staff, trainees, interns, and other designated personnel.

Student Training and Academic Partnerships

• Support relationships with universities, academic programs, and other educational partners.
• Assist with coordinating student placements, clinical learning opportunities, and training schedules, as applicable.
• Collaborate with clinical supervisors and program leadership to support appropriate learning experiences and professional development.
• Help monitor training participation, completion, and documentation requirements.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Assist with maintaining training records, attendance documentation, competency assessments, and other required records.
• Support compliance with applicable licensing, regulatory, accreditation, and organizational training requirements.
• Help identify gaps in training, recommend improvements, and support implementation of corrective or developmental training initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality and Compliance and clinical leadership to maintain consistent training standards.
• Escalate training or compliance concerns to the Executive Director, Training and Development, as appropriate.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Work collaboratively with clinical leadership, Human Resources, Quality and Compliance, and program teams to identify training needs.
• Assist with evaluating training effectiveness through feedback, participation data, competency assessments, and other relevant measures.
• Maintain organized training materials, schedules, and tracking systems, including learning management system records where applicable.
• Participate in meetings, projects, and organizational initiatives related to clinical education and workforce development.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the position's scope and organizational needs.

Expectations

• Serve as the agency’s lead training authority, ensuring clinical and educational programs align with forensic best practices and risk management standards.
• Maintain active awareness of evolving regulatory, legal, and ethical standards in forensic psychology, social work, and counseling.
• Mentor future clinical leaders through formal training, supervision, and ongoing competency evaluations.
• Represent the organization at professional conferences, academic partnerships, and accreditation bodies.
• Ensure 98% completion of mandatory training requirements across all staff and student roles.

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications

• Education and licensure — one of the following:

○ A doctoral degree in Psychology and an active California license as a Psychologist, with a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience following graduation; or

○ A master's degree in a related clinical field and an active California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.

• Relevant experience in clinical services, professional training, education, curriculum development, supervision, or related program support.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present clinical and educational material effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple assignments, deadlines, and training activities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical leaders, supervisors, staff, trainees, and external partners.
• Proficiency with standard office software and the ability to learn and use learning management systems and other training-related technology.
• Ability to travel between assigned organizational locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or facilitating clinical training programs, workshops, or continuing education activities.
• Experience working with university programs, student placements, interns, or clinical trainees.
• Familiarity with evidence-based clinical practices, trauma-informed care, and professional ethics.
• Knowledge of applicable California licensing, regulatory, accreditation, or program requirements, including those relevant to the BBS, BOP, CASOMB, or APA, as applicable to the organization's programs.
• Experience evaluating training outcomes, maintaining training records, or supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Skills and Abilities

Hard Skills

• Expertise in evidence-based and forensic treatment modalities.
• Deep understanding of accreditation standards (APA, BBS/BOP, CASOMB).
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS), CEU tracking, and data reporting.
• Ability to analyze training metrics and apply continuous improvement methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Leadership: Inspires trust, drives accountability, and mentors high-performing teams.
• Communication: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligns training initiatives with organizational and clinical objectives.
• Collaboration: Works cross-functionally to unify training, HR, and clinical supervision goals.
• Emotional Intelligence: Models composure, empathy, and professionalism in high-stress environments.

Work Environment

• Full-time, primarily on-site within a forensic mental health facility serving justice-involved clients, with travel between locations.
• Frequent movement between offices, clinic rooms, and community/correctional sites; interactions with clients, clinical teams, probation/parole officers, courts, and partners.
• Regional travel required for oversight, meetings, training, and professional engagement.
• Fast-paced, high-accountability environment requiring adaptability, poise under pressure, and professional composure.
• Collaboration with Operations, Finance, HR, and Training & Development teams is expected.
• Exposure to complex client populations, legal entities, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Some evenings or flexible hours may be required.
• Strict adherence to HIPAA, BBS/BOP, CASOMB, and other compliance standards.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Frequent movement: Ability to stand, walk, or remain stationary for extended periods during site visits, therapy sessions, or meetings.
• Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25–50 pounds.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of computers, EMR systems, digital health platforms, office equipment, and document handling.
• Vision/Hearing: Clear vision and hearing for reading reports, documentation, client observation, and communication.
• Navigation: Safely move through office, clinic, or community environments while interacting with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
• Travel: Manage extended regional travel while maintaining leadership presence and professional engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, breastfeeding status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process, please notify us.