Residential Programs Leader – Mental Health Care

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health in Fresno, CA seeks a Residential Program Manager to design and oversee our residential facility operations in line with Joint Commission standards. Reporting to the Program Director, the Manager provides leadership for day-to-day operations, develops systems, manages budget, and ensures high-quality care.

The role involves coordinating with families and other treatment facilities, auditing documentation, and facilitating weekly staff meetings to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in mental health; residential experience a plus.
• 2+ years supervisory experience required.
• CPR/First Aid certification maintained.

Responsibilities

• Designs and manages all residential facility operations.
• Ensures compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory standards.
• Leads weekly staff meetings and coordinates with families and treatment facilities.
• Oversees budget, scheduling, and program improvement initiatives.

Skills

Multitasking

Delegation

Staff leadership

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EMR Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health in Fresno, CA seeks a Residential Program Manager to design and oversee our residential facility operations in line with Joint Commission standards. Reporting to the Program Director, the Manager provides leadership for day-to-day operations, develops systems, manages budget, and ensures high-quality care.

The role involves coordinating with families and other treatment facilities, auditing documentation, and facilitating weekly staff meetings to support