Program Director

Pathways; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking a Program Director to oversee the clinical and administrative operations of one adult mental health program in Anaheim, CA. This full-time leadership role drives quality care, regulatory compliance, and program performance on-site.

You will manage teams, budget, intake, and documentation while advancing a person-centered, trauma-informed care model. A CA license and a relevant master’s degree are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• CA license in CA as LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Ph.D., or Psy.D.; 2+ years supervision preferred.
• Proven experience in behavioral health programs with management or administrative leadership.
• Budget management, staff training, compliance, QA/QI protocols.
• Valid CA driver’s license and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Administer clinical and operational functions of assigned program(s).
• Hire, develop, and evaluate 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

Budget management

Staff training

Leadership

QA/QI protocols

Regulatory compliance

Education

MSW

Psychology

Counseling

Related field

Job description

Description

About the Role

Clarvida is hiring a Program Director to oversee clinical and administrative operations of one mental health program in AnaheimCa location for Adults. This full-time position offers a competitive salary in the $110,000year, opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and daily pay availability. As a Program Director, you will lead teams, manage program performance, ensure compliance, and drive high-quality, culturally competent mental health services in alignment withClarvida’sperson-centered and trauma-informed care model.

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 asrequired.

Required 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple program oversight (e.g.outpatient, community-based, clinic settings)
• Prior experience providing supervision for pre-licensed clinicians
• Experience with government contracts, regulatory reporting, or grants management

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid vacation days (increases with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• DailyPay, access earnings before payday
• Training, development, and continuing education credits (CEUs) for licensure renewal
• 401(k) plan
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks@Clarvida- discounts on travel, entertainment, Verizon, and more

Work Location

Anaheim, CA. On-site leadership, clinic oversight, with community interaction

Employment Type

Full-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health and human services. We deliver recovery-focused, culturally responsive care across multiple states and empower individuals and families through compassion, evidence-based practices, and organizational integrity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.