Senior Program Director, Behavioral Health

Clarvida; Westminster (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay

CEUs for licensure renewal

401(k) plan

Free licensure supervision

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Perks @ Clarvida – discounts on travel

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking a Program Director to oversee clinical and administrative operations of its CalWORKs Behavioral Health Services program with locations in Westminster and Santa Ana. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary in the $102,000- $106,000 year, opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and daily pay availability.

As Program Director, you will lead teams, manage program performance, ensure compliance, and drive high‑quality, culturally competent mental health services

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Licensed in CA as LCSW/LMFT/LPCC/Ph.D./Psy.D. (2+ years supervision preferred).
• Proven experience in behavioral health programs with management or administrative leadership.
• Strong skills in budget management, staff training, compliance, QA/QI protocols.
• Valid CA driver’s license and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Administer clinical and operational functions of assigned mental health programs.
• Hire, develop, and evaluate professional and support staff, including performance management and supervision.
• Ensure quality assurance, compliance, and chart audits; implement QA/QI protocols.
• Develop, monitor, and manage annual budget; produce financial forecasts and reports.
• Oversee intake, case record documentation, and ensure adherence to company and government standards.
• Provide leadership in staff training, community relations, and program development.
• Represent the program in external stakeholder meetings, county/community vendors, and public forums.
• Take on a caseload when needed, including crisis intervention or case management services.
• Maintain regulatory compliance, licensure, and certification requirements for self and staff.
• Manage after‑hours availability and on‑call responsibilities as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff training

Compliance

QA/QI protocols

Program management

Cultural competency

Education

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

Licensed in CA as LCSW/LMFT/LPCC/Ph.D./Psy.D.

Job description

Clarvida is seeking a Program Director to oversee clinical and administrative operations of its CalWORKs Behavioral Health Services program with locations in Westminster and Santa Ana. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary in the $102,000- $106,000 year, opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and daily pay availability.

As Program Director, you will lead teams, manage program performance, ensure compliance, and drive high‑quality, culturally competent mental health services