Licensed Program Director- Valencia

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

At ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of adolescents struggling with mental health issues.

Why ROWI?

• Culture of Care: We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative work environment where your well-being is a priority.
• Work-Life Balance: Embrace a balanced professional life with no evening or weekend shifts, encouraging a healthy work-life harmony.
• Fun and Fulfillment: Enjoy a workplace where fun and professional fulfillment go hand in hand, ensuring every day is rewarding.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from competitive packages including healthcare, PTO, sick leave, and 401k matching, supporting both your personal and professional growth.

About the role

Key Responsibilities of the Program Director:

• Audits EMR and all clinical documentation and communicates with Director of Clinical Services and Director of Clinical Compliance.
• Effectively communicates with upper management, program participants, and families.
• Adheres to documentation standards, timelines, and expectations.
• Assists the Director of Clinical Compliance with DMHC appeals.
• Conducts and manages on-site utilization reviews and monitors census development.
• Delivery and maintenance of program schedule that is in compliance with ROWI standards.
• Works effectively with the Director of Clinical Compliance on Peer Reviews.
• Oversees interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and weekly staff meetings.
• Oversees the completion and review of the Parent Satisfaction Survey upon discharge.
• Supervises therapists to ensure treatment plans are being implemented and updated.
• Monitor and assess staff morale and build team spirit and continuity.
• Participate in the interview process with the Director of Clinical Services to determine the appropriateness and qualifications of prospective staff members.
• Manages crisis or emergency situations as needed; is available by telephone evenings and weekends.
• Completes performance reviews of the program staff, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and goals for the coming year.
• Serve as a role model to treatment staff, clients, employees, and guests through a positive, caring, and professional attitude.
• Maintain the confidential nature of clients and related activities.
• Comply with the dress code.
• Complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adheres to program budgets.
• Actively works on program schedule development.
• Any additional duties as assigned by the management team.

Basic Education and Experience Required:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited or state approved graduate school in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology or Social Work. The Program Director will be licensed as a MFT, clinical psychologist or social worker.
• Two years of experience in treatment or hospital setting.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership ability and knowledge.

Join Team ROWI:

Step into a role where you can truly make a difference. At ROWI, we are committed not only to the well-being of our clients but also to the professional and personal growth of our team. Join us in a fulfilling, engaging, and balanced work environment where each day brings new opportunities to impact lives positively.

Salary + Bonus + Benefits