Program Director, Behavioral Health & Residential Treatment

Care Partners; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

15 Paid Holidays

Retirement Plans

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Dependent care spending account

Transit and parking accounts

Voluntary benefits & perks

Job summary

Care Partners in Los Angeles is seeking a Program Director to provide strategic leadership for daily operations, ensuring alignment with county contracts and regulatory guidelines. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, and service delivery in a residential treatment setting, driving quality and outcomes.

The role requires extensive supervisory experience, a clinical or social service background, and a focus on trauma-informed, client-centered care across programs.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of supervisory experience.
• Program management experience in a residential treatment setting, recovery, or community mental health clinic.
• Experience with performance management including WIP/disciplinary actions and terminations.

Responsibilities

• Lead staffing functions, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and employee development.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate managers, supervisors, and direct reports while promoting accountability and professional growth.
• Oversee staffing levels, scheduling, training, and time-off approvals to ensure adequate program coverage.
• Foster a positive team environment by addressing employee concerns, resolving conflicts, and communicating organizational updates and expectations.
• Oversee program operations, budgets, and compliance with contracts and regulatory requirements.

Skills

People management

Program operations leadership

Budget management

Staff recruitment & onboarding

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Health & Human Services / Social Work / Psychology)

Master’s degree in Social Work

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Care Partners in Los Angeles is seeking a Program Director to provide strategic leadership for daily operations, ensuring alignment with county contracts and regulatory guidelines. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, and service delivery in a residential treatment setting, driving quality and outcomes.

The role requires extensive supervisory experience, a clinical or social service background, and a focus on trauma-informed, client-centered care across programs.