Director of Mental Health Services (Head of Service)
Company: MVP Consulting Group
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job description: The MVP Consulting Group
(search firm) has been retained to recruit a highly motivated
licensed professional to serve as the Director of Mental Health
Services - Mental Health Head of Service for our client who is
opening Short Term Residential Therapeutic Group Home serving
female adolescents ages 10-18 in RIVERSIDE, CA. Position Type:
Full-Time Job Summary: The organization is seeking a dedicated and
experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker to serve as the Mental
Health Head of Service for our Short-Term Residential Therapeutic
Program. The successful candidate will lead and supervise the
Mental Health Team, ensuring the provision of high-quality mental
health services to children in our care. This position requires a
commitment to the organization's mission and values, expertise in
trauma-informed care, and the ability to collaborate with various
stakeholders. Responsibilities: 1. Team Leadership and Supervision:
Supervise, support, and assign cases to the Mental Health Team,
including Full-time Therapists, Contracted Therapists, Case
Managers, and Registered Interns. Conduct weekly meetings with
house managers, administrators, staff, and residents to ensure the
team is meeting the needs of the residents and adhering to
protocols. Ensure all required reports are completed promptly and
communicated to relevant parties. Facilitate Mental Health training
for STRTP staff and oversee staff development. 2. Administrative
Organization: Receive, review, and distribute placement referrals
from counties. Maintain resident binders and file cabinets,
ensuring compliance with Title 22. Assist with the maintenance of
all resident, facility, and staff records. File and maintain
incident reports, conduct audits of resident mental health files.
Collaborate with the Placement Coordinator in selecting suitable
residents for the program. 3. Case Management and Clinical
Services: Provide case management services for residents in a group
home setting. Develop emotional bonds with youth to help them
succeed in life and meet new goals. Support youth and caregivers in
accessing services, healing from trauma, and fostering well-being.
Develop coping, communication, and self-regulation skills in youth.
Focus on conflict resolution and encourage academic achievement. 4.
Crisis Intervention and Reporting: Recognize and understand trauma
experienced by children, evaluating and assessing the need for
services. Conduct needs and service plans, offering information and
making referrals to other agencies. Provide crisis intervention and
conduct risk management assessments. Perform safe physical
management techniques when required and complete reporting
procedures. Qualifications: Master's degree in Mental Health,
Social Work, or Marriage Family and Therapy with a valid LPC, LMFT,
or LCSW license. Experience working with children and adolescents
in a residential therapeutic setting. Knowledge of trauma-informed
care, DSM, special education, medication dosages, and Juvenile
Codes. Strong leadership and supervision skills. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work
collaboratively with staff, residents, and external partners.
Obtain, within 30 days of employment, Pro-ACT, Red Cross CPR and
First Aid Certification and maintain such certification current
through the term of employment with SGCC. Must be able to obtain
and maintain Live Scan clearance, pre-employment physical, TB test
and drug test. Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift Monday to
Friday Work setting: In-person Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 Job Type:
Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health
insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): If eligible, you
will be contacted via email to schedule your interview. Please
provide your email address: Experience: STRTP, foster home, or
adolescent care: 2 years (Required) at risk youth: 3 years
(Required) License/Certification: LCSW, LMFT, or LPC license
credential (Required) Ability to Commute: Riverside, CA 92508
(Required) Work Location: In person
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