Residential Program Lead – Behavioral Health & Recovery

Hygea; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hygea Healthcare seeks a Program Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of its Bel Air residential program for up to 16 male residents, ensuring a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment. The role provides visible leadership to residents and staff while supporting crisis intervention and continuity of care.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–3 years of behavioral health experience, with readiness for Joint Commission/COMAR reviews and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, healthcare administration, social work, or related field preferred.
• CCDC, CSC-AD Preferred.
• Two to three years of experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment preferred.
• Knowledge of residential treatment, Joint Commission standards, and COMAR regulations preferred.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage crises and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends and on-call rotation.
• Requires regular walking throughout the property and active engagement in resident and staff areas.
• May require evening, weekend, on-call, and limited cross-site support based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for the 16-bed male residential program at the 3.1 level of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, structured, and recovery-focused environment.
• Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to program staff.
• Coordinate staffing coverage and on-call rotation.
• Review staff schedules and timecards for accuracy.
• Maintain readiness for Joint Commission, COMAR, and other regulatory reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hygea Healthcare seeks a Program Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of its Bel Air residential program for up to 16 male residents, ensuring a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment. The role provides visible leadership to residents and staff while supporting crisis intervention and continuity of care.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–3 years of behavioral health experience, with readiness for Joint Commission/COMAR reviews and