RN Program Director of Mental Health

Psychiatric Medical Care; La Junta (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision & Dental (practically free)

Medical Starting As Low As $70/Month

Matching 401k - Vested on day one

Education Assistance

PTO accrual

Job summary

Senior Life Solutions in La Junta, CO is seeking a compassionate RN to lead our Intensive Outpatient Program as Nursing Program Director. The role oversees two direct reports and runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a salary up to $99,600 depending on experience.

You will supervise a small team providing mental health services to adults 65+, collaborate with a care team, and engage with the community to grow referrals and census while upholding ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice.
• Graduation from a state-approved school of nursing.
• Psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small disciplinary team comprising a psychiatric physician, therapist, and medical office coordinator providing services to the senior population.
• Engage with your local community through education (presentations, one-on-one meetings, etc).
• Referral development through hospital staff, providers, and community resources.
• Grow and maintain patient census.
• Ensure compliance through professional and ethical guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

Job description

Description

We're hiring a compassionate RN to join our established Intensive Outpatient Program, serving older adults in the La Junta, CO community since January 2026.

• Role: Nursing Program Director (This position will have 2 direct reports.)
• Location: La Junta, Colorado
• Setting: Intensive Outpatient Behavioral Health Program
• Population: Adults ages 65+
• Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | (No call, no weekends, paid holidays off)
• Salaried: Up to $99,600 dependent upon experience

You'll work alongside a collaborative care team providing compassionate mental health support to older adults !

Responsibilities

• Lead a small disciplinary team comprised of a psychiatric physician, therapist, and medical office coordinator providing services to the senior population.
• Engage with your local community through education (presentations, one-on-one meetings, etc.)
• Referral development through hospital staff, providers, and community resources
• Growing and maintaining patient census
• Ensure compliance through professional and ethical guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Work-Life Balance

• Monday-Friday
• No Weekends
• No On-Call
• 7 Paid Holidays Off Per Year

Competitive Benefits

• Practically Free Vision & Dental
• Medical Starting As Low As $70/Month
• Matching 401k - Vested on day one
• Furthering Education Assistance
• PTO accrual

Unmatched Clinical Support

• We have online resources at your fingertips 24/7, including a group curriculum toolkit.
• We connect you with our top RN Directors for peer-to-peer training and support.
• Previous Senior Life Solution employees ready to train you.

About us

Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, typically 65 and older, experiencing depression and/or anxiety related to life changes often associated with aging.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice required
• Graduation from a state-approved school of nursing required
• Psychiatric Nursing experience preferred
• Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients. required

Other

• Upon an applicant's request, the Company will consider a reasonable accommodation.
• Successful completion of a full background check is required for employment. At times, this may include drug testing.