Behavioral Health Program Director at AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Operational Management, Staff Training, Compliance Monitoring, Employee Management, Crisis Management, Budgetary Control, Trauma-Informed Care, Performance Metrics, Scheduling, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Case Management

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

Description Position: Program Director Type: Salary, Full-Time, Exempt Compensation: Up to $126k per year Base Salary: $90k-$100k per year Performance Bonus: Up to $26k per year ($500/week based on census, earned weekly, paid monthly) Benefits: Health Insurance: Medical, Vision & Dental Paid Time Off: Sick & Vacation Equity Shares Program Details: We are seeking an experienced Program Director to oversee our PHP and IOP programs specializing in dual diagnosis, primary mental health, substance abuse treatment, and women’s trauma services. The ideal candidate will provide clinical and operational leadership, ensure quality of care and compliance, support staff development, and help drive positive client outcomes within a trauma-informed treatment environment. Key Responsibilities: Training & Accountability: The Program Director ensures that all program staff are carrying out their daily functions and responsibilities through continuous monitoring, training, and accountability. Staffing & Scheduling: The Program Director is responsible for ensuring that the program operates within its Staffing Guidelines and maintains adequate coverage on every shift, at all times (incl. Timekeeping). Compliance: The Program Director ensures strict adherence to Akua’s policies, regulatory standards, and licensing requirements, , ensuring their program remains fully licensed, credentialed, accredited, and in good standing. Employee Management: The Program Director actively participates in hiring, interviewing candidates within staffing guidelines, and oversees disciplinary actions and terminations, ensuring compliance with HR policies. Emergency Management: The Program Director is responsible for promptly communicating and resolving any client issues/crisis. Performance and Cost Management: The Program Director monitors key program metrics to drive performance improvements and ensures cost control by adhering to budgetary guidelines, including staffing, scheduling, and operational expenses. Requirements The Program Director of a certified Residential Treatment Program shall have the following Qualifications prior to employment: A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or any other major which includes at least 24 semester college units in one or more of the following subject areas: (A) Psychology, (B) Social Work, (C) Sociology, (D) Behavioral sciences (E) Psychiatric Nursing; and: Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a community program that serves clients who have a mental illness. Such experience must be in the direct provision of services to clients, of which one (1) year must be in the position of supervising direct care staff, or As an alternative to the Bachelor Degree and experience, a total of four (4) years of experience in a community program providing direct services to persons with mental disabilities, of which one (1) year must be in the position of supervising direct care staff, and graduation from high school of possession of a GED may be substituted. Qualifications: License/Credentials: LADC OR +, SUDCC-CS II OR +, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or functional equivalent / appropriate license or certification (preferred). Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required) or master’s degree (preferred) in a relevant field (e.g. Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Psychology) Experience: 3+ years of mental health experience and 1+ year(s) of management experience (required) Additional: Valid CA Driver's License, Current Health Screen / Physical, TB Test Clearance, Current CPR/First Aid certificate, Able to Pass Live Scan (required) Key Qualities: Blend of clinical expertise and business administration skills Strong sense of ownership and accountability Compassion for clients and employees in all interactions Emotional stability under pressure Exceptional leadership skills and execution capabilities Company Description: Akua Behavioral Health is California’s leading mental health and substance abuse treatment center. We provide our clients with individualized, compassionate treatment from Master’s and Doctorate level clinicians across various levels of care at fully licensed and accredited facilities throughout Northern and Southern California. To give our clients the best chance at lasting recovery, we pioneered an integrative East-meets-West approach that combines Western evidence-based treatment with holistic Eastern traditions to treat the mind, body, and spirit. Our mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change.

Responsibilities

The Program Director provides clinical and operational leadership for PHP and IOP programs specializing in dual diagnosis and trauma services. Key duties include managing staff accountability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and monitoring program metrics to drive client outcomes.