Licensed Program Director - Adolescent Mental Health Leader

Rippling; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; 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 and ensure audit-ready documentation across our adolescent mental health program. This role reports to the Director of Clinical Services and collaborates with clinical teams, families, and leadership to maintain ROWI standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a relevant field and licenses as MFT, psychologist, or social worker, with at least two years in treatment settings and demonstrated

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work.
• Licensed as MFT, clinical psychologist, or social worker.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Audit EMR and clinical documents; coordinate with Directors.
• Communicate with upper management, participants, and families.
• Adhere to documentation standards and timelines.
• Assist with DMHC appeals under the Director of Clinical Compliance.
• Conduct on-site utilization reviews and monitor census.
• Maintain program schedule in ROWI standards.
• Lead Peer Reviews with Director of Clinical Compliance.
• Oversee treatment team meetings and staff meetings.
• Oversee Parent Satisfaction survey completion on discharge.
• Supervise therapists and monitor staff morale.
• Participate in staff interviews; evaluate qualifications.
• Manage crises as needed; be reachable by phone evenings/weekends.
• Complete performance reviews and set goals.
• Serve as a model with a positive, caring attitude.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with dress code.
• Complete tasks timely and accurately; manage program budgets.
• Contribute to program schedule development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

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

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers is seeking a Program Director to lead clinical operations and ensure audit-ready documentation across our adolescent mental health program. This role reports to the Director of Clinical Services and collaborates with clinical teams, families, and leadership to maintain ROWI standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a relevant field and licenses as MFT, psychologist, or social worker, with at least two years in treatment settings and demonstrated