Licensed Program Director, Adolescent Mental Health

rowi; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO

Sick leave

401k matching

Job summary

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers is seeking a Program Director to lead clinical operations, ensure quality care, and manage staff in a fast-paced adolescent mental health program.

The role requires a Master’s degree and valid licensure (MFT, psychologist, or social worker), at least two years in a treatment or hospital setting, and demonstrated leadership. You will oversee audits, team meetings, budgeting, and program development, with a supportive, care-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (MFT, Counseling, Psychology or Social Work).
• Licensed as an MFT, clinical psychologist or social worker.
• Two years of experience in treatment or hospital settings.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Audits EMR and clinical documentation; communicates with senior leaders.
• Communicates with management, program participants and families.
• Maintains documentation standards and timelines.
• Supports DMHC appeals with the Director of Clinical Compliance.
• Conducts on-site utilization reviews and monitors census development.
• Delivers and maintains the program schedule in ROWI compliance.
• Leads peer reviews with the Director of Clinical Compliance.
• Oversees treatment team and weekly staff meetings.
• Oversees Parent Satisfaction Survey completion and review.
• Supervises therapists to ensure treatment plans are implemented.
• Monitors staff morale and builds team continuity.
• Participates in interviews for prospective staff.
• Manages crises; available by phone evenings and weekends.
• Completes performance reviews and sets goals for the year.
• Serves as a role model with a caring, professional attitude.
• Maintains client confidentiality and adheres to dress code.
• Completes tasks timely and accurately; adheres to budgets.
• Contributes actively to program schedule development.
• Any additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Master’s degree in MFT/Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers is seeking a Program Director to lead clinical operations, ensure quality care, and manage staff in a fast-paced adolescent mental health program.

The role requires a Master’s degree and valid licensure (MFT, psychologist, or social worker), at least two years in a treatment or hospital setting, and demonstrated leadership. You will oversee audits, team meetings, budgeting, and program development, with a supportive, care-driven culture.