Administrator LCSW LMFT LPCC - Forensic Mental Health 327

San Diego, California (Point Loma, off I-5 Rosecrans exit) | Administrator On Call rotation

At Telecare Corporation, we are seeking a mission-driven behavioral health leader to serve as Administrator for Telecare BHC Program. This is an opportunity to lead a recovery-focused behavioral health program serving individuals with serious mental illness, complex behavioral health needs, and forensic system involvement.

If you are passionate about community-based behavioral health, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) principles, forensic mental health, and recovery-oriented leadership - and you want the opportunity to lead meaningful systems-level work - this role offers the chance to make a measurable impact on both individuals served and the teams supporting them.

This is more than an operations role. This is an opportunity to:

• Lead a multidisciplinary behavioral health team in a high-acuity community setting
• Support individuals in rebuilding stability, independence, purpose, and community connection
• Champion recovery-centered, trauma-informed, person-centered care
• Strengthen partnerships with county stakeholders, justice-system partners, hospitals, and community agencies
• Build an engaged workforce culture grounded in accountability, compassion, and clinical excellence
• Shape program operations while influencing long-term outcomes for the community

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys being actively present with staff, community partners, and program operations.

Behavioral health professionals who join Telecare often come from larger healthcare systems, county programs, correctional systems, or competitor organizations seeking:

• Greater leadership autonomy and influence
• A stronger recovery-oriented culture
• Executive leadership support and partnership
• Opportunities to innovate and improve systems of care
• Programs where leadership is collaborative, strategic, and mission-driven
• Meaningful work that extends beyond metrics and compliance

Telecare leaders are empowered to build teams, improve systems, strengthen clinical outcomes, and help shape the future of behavioral healthcare services.

• LCSW, LPCC, LMFT that is in good standing with CA BBS
• Master's Degree in Social Services or related field
• Four (4) years of administrative or program management experience within healthcare or behavioral health
• Two (2) years supervising professional staff, budgeting, program planning, and licensing/compliance
• Strong knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Community behavioral health systems
  • Recovery-oriented care
  • Psychiatric rehabilitation concepts
  • Co-occurring behavioral health and substance use support
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) or intensive community-based treatment models preferred
  • Forensic or justice-involved behavioral health populations preferred
  
  
  
  
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Willingness to use personal vehicle for work-related travel (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate)

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background clearances, health screenings, TB testing, and license verification requirements.

Estimated starting salary range: $118,995.46 - $147,000.20 annually

Starting pay is based on licensure, leadership experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. Geographic differentials apply.

• Nine (9) Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Free CEUs
• Leadership coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities
• Tuition discounts and company-sponsored scholarship opportunities

Learn more about benefits at:
https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Clinical Quality Excellence

• Provide leadership oversight of all clinical and operational aspects of the program
• Ensure delivery of recovery-oriented, trauma-informed behavioral health services
• Lead quality improvement, compliance, and performance initiatives
• Support clinical excellence and evidence-based practices across multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure program compliance with regulatory, county, state, and Telecare standards

Workforce Engagement

• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing behavioral health team
• Foster a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, dignity, and compassion
• Support workforce development, coaching, mentorship, and leadership growth
• Guide recruitment, staffing strategies, employee engagement, and retention efforts

Customer Satisfaction

• Build strong partnerships with county stakeholders, justice-system partners, hospitals, and community agencies
• Serve as a liaison between the program and community partners
• Represent the program in stakeholder meetings, trainings, and community forums
• Promote a culture centered on person-centered care and positive member experiences

Financial Security

• Manage the program within approved budgetary parameters
• Partner in fiscal planning and responsible resource management
• Monitor operational performance while supporting sustainable program growth

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams.

We are committed to advancing cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at every level of our organization and strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

Benefits may vary by location and position type. Full Job Description available upon interview selection.

If the job posting references a sign-on bonus, internal applicants and applicants employed by Telecare within the previous 12 months may not be eligible.