Program Director

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. Job Title: Program Director Division/Program: LAC-USC Crisis Residential Treatment- Valley Star Starting Compensation: 80,000-85,000 USD Per Year Working Location: Los Angeles, CA 90033 Working Hours/Shift: M-F 9am-5:30pm Why Join Our Team? Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience. Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle. Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow. Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable). Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications): Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred or Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology required. Two (2) years direct service experience with the mentally ill, preferably adults. Two (2) years supervisory experience in a health care setting. California Registered Intern Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Marriage, Family and Child Counselor (LMFT) or Valid California LVN or LPT license. (Preferred) Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy. First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross or obtain certification within 90 days of employment. How you will make a difference (Job Overview): This position has primary responsibility for implementing, directing, and supervising the Recovery Counselors, Peer Counselors, Household Coaches and Resource Specialists who provide case management, counseling, and rehabilitation and activity groups. Serves as the back-up for the Administrator and supports Clinical Director, as needed. The Program Director shall be on the premises the number of hours necessary to manage and administer the program component of the facility in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Division/Program Overview: 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing. MLK Behavioral Health Center Crisis Residential Treatment Los Angeles, CA Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/ For Additional Information: samlopez@starsinc.com In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 84,766.83 - 135,626.92. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law. We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to improve the lives of people living with mental health and other challenges to their well-being. SBHG currently employs approximately 1,900 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California. We serve more than 30,000 adults, children, youth and families annually throughout the state. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment- including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in our workforce.