Mental Health Program Director — Lead Operations (CA)

Pathways; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave rollover

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay

CEUs for licensure renewal

401(k) plan

Free licensure supervision

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Perks@Clarvida discounts

Job summary

Clarvida seeks a Program Director in Tustin, CA to oversee clinical and administrative operations of mental health programs. This full-time role offers a competitive salary around $105,000 and leadership opportunities with daily pay options.

You will lead teams, manage performance, ensure compliance, and provide culturally competent, trauma-informed care in alignment with Clarvida’s model.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Current valid California license in CA as LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Ph.D., or Psy.D.; license with 2+ years preferred for supervision ability (we accept newly Lic)
• Proven experience in behavioral health programs, with management or administrative leadership
• Strong skills in budget management, staff training, compliance, QA/QI protocols
• Valid CA driver’s license, auto insurance; ability to travel locally

Responsibilities

• Administer clinical and operational functions of assigned mental health program(s)
• Hire, develop, and evaluate professional and support staff, including performance management and supervision
• Ensure quality assurance, compliance, and chart audits; implement QA/QI protocols
• Develop, monitor, and manage annual budget; produce financial forecasts and reports
• Oversee intake, case record documentation, and ensure adherence to company and government standards
• Provide leadership in staff training, community relations, and program development
• Represent the program in external stakeholder meetings, county/community vendors, and public forums
• Take on a caseload when needed, including crisis intervention or case management services
• Maintain regulatory compliance, licensure, and certification requirements for self and staff
• Manage after-hours availability and on-call responsibilities as required

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff training

Compliance

QA/QI protocols

Local travel

Education

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

Job description

Clarvida seeks a Program Director in Tustin, CA to oversee clinical and administrative operations of mental health programs. This full-time role offers a competitive salary around $105,000 and leadership opportunities with daily pay options.

You will lead teams, manage performance, ensure compliance, and provide culturally competent, trauma-informed care in alignment with Clarvida’s model.