RN Program Director: Behavioral Health Leadership

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Greentree East (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous time off

Benefits package

Voluntary benefits

Growth opportunities

Career development

BBS supervision for AMFT/ACSW/APCC

Recognition & rewards

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Victorville, California, seeks a Registered Nurse Program Director for the Desert Hill Crisis Residential Treatment program. The role runs Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, including on‑call consultation, with a starting compensation of $90,000–$105,000 per year.

You will supervise Nursing Department staff, help develop service objectives and nursing policies, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while collaborating to optimize patient care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California RN license required.
• Associate’s degree in nursing required; BSN/MSN degree preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross).
• Valid California driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum 1 year direct clinical experience with mental illness; 1 year supervisory/leadership in behavioral health.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and manage a diverse nursing team; strong verbal and written communication; pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Nursing Department staff, including hiring, supervising, and performance management.
• Contribute to development of nursing objectives, policies, and job descriptions; ensure regulatory and stakeholder compliance.
• Participate in budget development and collaborate with internal and external departments to optimize patient care.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS/CPR

Driver's license

Mental health experience

Nursing leadership

Communication

Background checks

Drug screening

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Job description

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Victorville, California, seeks a Registered Nurse Program Director for the Desert Hill Crisis Residential Treatment program. The role runs Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, including on‑call consultation, with a starting compensation of $90,000–$105,000 per year.

You will supervise Nursing Department staff, help develop service objectives and nursing policies, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while collaborating to optimize patient care.