Associate Training Director

Hope Program, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker Professional Corporation•San Francisco, CA

15h•$75,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.