ABA Program Lead, Residential Care (Level 7)

Behavior Nation; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

ABA SHINE seeks an experienced Program Administrator to lead the launch and operation of a Level 7 residential facility serving children with severe behavioral and clinical needs. You will oversee daily operations, maintain safety, ensure compliance with licensing and regulations, and work closely with clinical staff.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, supervision, incident reporting, and collaboration with Regional Center, families, and providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related field.
• 2–5+ years in residential or behavioral health leadership.
• Experience with developmental disabilities and severe behaviors (SIB, aggression, elopement, PICA).
• Strong knowledge of Title 22 regulations, incident reporting and licensing compliance.
• Experience managing teams in high-intensity environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a Level 7 residential home (4 beds).
• Maintain a highly structured, predictable, and safe environment.
• Ensure licensing compliance with Title 22 and related standards.
• Lead staffing, training, and supervision of direct care and supervisory staff.
• Ensure staffing ratios (1:1–1:2) and 24/7 awake coverage as needed.
• Maintain licensing standards, incident reporting, and audits.
• Collaborate with clinical team to implement programming.
• Act as liaison with Regional Center (RCEB), families, and clinical providers.

Skills

Residential leadership

Staff supervision

Compliance knowledge

High-intensity environments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ABA SHINE seeks an experienced Program Administrator to lead the launch and operation of a Level 7 residential facility serving children with severe behavioral and clinical needs. You will oversee daily operations, maintain safety, ensure compliance with licensing and regulations, and work closely with clinical staff.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, supervision, incident reporting, and collaboration with Regional Center, families, and providers.