Mental Health Facility Administrator

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement

Scholarship Program

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading behavioral health service provider in California seeks a Mental Health Facility Administrator/Director. This role involves directing all program operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading staff development. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in social work or a related field, and possess five years of clinical experience with supervisory capabilities. The ideal individual is passionate about supporting recovery journeys and fostering a caring community. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in a clinical setting with at least one in mental health.
• Experience in a supervisory role for two or more years.
• Ability to ensure compliance with licensing and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all aspects of the center’s program.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and reporting requirements.
• Support disciplines in developing marketing strategies.

Skills

Clinical setting experience

Knowledge of CARF standards

Crisis stabilization criteria knowledge

Supervisory experience

Regulatory agency collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Current ASCW, AMFT, APCC or above

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Title: Mental Health Facility Administrator/Director

Role Description

The Administrator/Director directs and coordinates all aspects of the center’s overall program, including Program Services, Nursing Services, Administrative Department, Human Resources, Social Services, Therapeutic Recreation, and community relations. The Administrator/Director ensures compliance with established policies and procedures of the overall program and timely completion of respective reporting requirements. The Administrator/Director is also responsible for the maintenance of Quality Improvement activities to ensure compliance with current licensing and accrediting policies and regulations. In addition, the Administrator/Director supports all disciplines in the development of a marketing strategy and efforts to network with existing potential referral sources.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Current California ASCW, AMFT, APCC or above.
• A minimum of five years in a clinical setting, at least one of which must have been in a mental health setting, and two or more years in a supervisory capacity.
• Regulatory experience and knowledge of CARF standards and crisis stabilization criteria.
• Experience in working with health care and mental health regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• Scholarship Program
• Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Service Awards
• Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus

Freise Hope House, a Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) Program, provides a voluntary, short-term, safe place to land for guests experiencing a psychiatric crisis. Our guests are greeted into a warm, homelike environment, and we provide them with a variety of recovery-based tools such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), and Trauma-Informed Approaches to help them manage their symptoms and develop skills to live effectively in the community.

The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity.

Pay Range: $120,000 USD - $150,000 USD

Growth & About Crestwood

It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets. Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Equal Opportunity

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to [e-mail].

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please review this link to provide information on how we collect and use your data. Crestwood is required to participate in the E-Verify program. To learn more, please see: E-Verify Participation, Right to Work notices, or visit www.e-verify.gov.