Trauma-Informed STRTP Director

La Cheim School, Inc.; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

La Cheim School, Inc. seeks a Director of Residential Services/Head of Service to lead its STRTP. This role reports to the CEO and oversees clinical, operational, fiscal, and regulatory leadership to ensure trauma-informed, youth-centered care.

Responsibilities include ensuring licensing compliance, supervising multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with counties and regulators, and driving quality improvement while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment 24/7.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, MFT, or related behavioral health field and active CA license.
• Minimum five years of leadership in STRTP or related settings.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams and regulatory compliance.
• Valid CA Driver License and car insurance.
• Able to pass background checks and screenings (Live Scan, TB test).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for STRTP operations.
• Ensure compliance with CCLD, DHCS, Medi-Cal, CARF, and other regulations.
• Oversee clinical supervision and treatment planning.
• Coordinate with regulators, counties, and partners.
• Manage budget, contracts, and quality improvement.
• Lead staff development and ensure safety and trauma-informed care.

Skills

Leadership in STRTP

Regulatory compliance

Clinical supervision

Team supervision

Regulatory liaison

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field

Tools

Electronic Health Records

CARF accreditation knowledge

Job description

La Cheim School, Inc. seeks a Director of Residential Services/Head of Service to lead its STRTP. This role reports to the CEO and oversees clinical, operational, fiscal, and regulatory leadership to ensure trauma-informed, youth-centered care.

Responsibilities include ensuring licensing compliance, supervising multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with counties and regulators, and driving quality improvement while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment 24/7.