RN Program Director / Supervisor - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

Paid CEU opportunities

On-call support included

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking an RN Program Director / Supervisor in Joshua Tree, CA to lead and supervise licensed nurses and clinical staff in a crisis residential treatment program. The role includes on-site management, program oversight, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or nursing, with active CA licensure and 2+ years supervisory experience in mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field or nursing degree is required.
• CA license: LCSW/LMFT preferred or active California nursing license (RN/LPN/NP) required.
• California Driver’s License and First Aid certification are required.
• Two years direct service experience with mentally ill individuals; two years supervisory experience in health care.

Responsibilities

• Direct, implement, and supervise Licensed Nurses and program support roles (Coordinator, Peer Support, Household Coaches, Resource Specialists).
• Support Clinical Director and maintain operations per regulations; manage program components.
• Be on-site with administrator responsibilities during absences and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related

Nursing license (RN, LVN, etc.)

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: RN Program Director / Supervisor - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Division/Program: Joshua Tree: Morongo Oasis Crisis Residential Treatment

Starting Compensation: 100,000 - 110,000.00 USD Per Year

Working Location: Joshua Tree, CA

Working Hours/Shift: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (including on-call)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications)

• Education & Licensure: Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from an accredited college or university. Or Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required. California Registered Intern Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Marriage, Family and Child Counselor (LMFT) preferred. Or Valid California Nursing License (LVN, LPT, RN, NP) required Valid California Driver’s License. First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross.
• Experience: Two (2) years direct service experience with the mentally ill, preferably adults. Two (2) years supervisory experience in a health care setting.
• Safety & Compliance: Must have attained the age of 18 years of age

How you will make a difference

This position has primary responsibility for implementing, directing, and supervising Licensed Nurses and if applicable, Program Coordinator, Peer Support, Household Coaches and Resource Specialists who provide case management, counseling, and rehabilitation and activity groups. Supports Clinical Director, as needed. The Program Director shall be on the premises with the number of hours necessary to manage and administer the program component of the facility in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Program Director shall continue operations and carry out Administrator responsibilities during any absence of the Administrator.

Division/Program Overview

• Program: The Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) is a short-term voluntary residential facility.
• Population Served: Designed to help adult residents, ages 18-59, who experience a psychiatric crisis to safely stabilize, recover, and transition back to community.
• Facility & Setting: Short-term voluntary residential facility, 24/7
• Program Clinical Services: Therapeutic and mental health services, Medication evaluation and support services, Crisis intervention Length of Stay: Short-term Skills & Transition: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling, transition back to community Skills & Services: Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, Daily exercise and health/wellness education

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.

We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.