Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director

Aspiranet; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Aspiranet Employee Perks Program

Flexible paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Aspiranet is seeking a transformative Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director to lead the Hope Forward Residential site in Turlock, CA. This executive role reports to the Chief Program Officer and drives program excellence, regulatory compliance, and fiscal stewardship across residential services for youth and families.

The Director partners with county agencies and stakeholders to strengthen services, expand opportunities, and build high-performing leadership teams while advancing CQI,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field preferred.
• CA clinical licensure preferred for candidates overseeing clinical residential programs but not required unless mandated.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Aspiranet's Residential Division.
• Lead development and expansion of residential programs across California.
• Identify growth opportunities through partnerships, grants, and funding opportunities.
• Serve as executive representative with county agencies, licensing bodies, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Oversee budgets, financial planning, and long-term fiscal sustainability.
• Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to improve outcomes.
• Build and develop high-performing Residential leadership teams.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Executive Leadership

Strategic Planning

Budget Management

CQI

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Development

Travel Statewide

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

CA clinical licensure preferred

Job description

Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director

Residential Services

Location: Turlock, California

Schedule: Full-Time | Exempt | Primarily On-Site

Department: Residential Services Division

Reports To: Chief Program Officer

Pay Range: $195,000 - $210,000 annually

The salary range for this position is $195,000 - $210,000 per year for employees hired in the Central Valley, California. This range reflects the anticipated hiring range for qualified candidates and may vary based on geographic location. Final compensation will be determined based on education, licensure, years of executive leadership experience, demonstrated expertise in residential services management, specialized credentials, internal equity, and market data for the position and work location.

Lead Quality, Compliance & Organizational Excellence

Aspiranet is seeking an accomplished and visionary Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director to lead our Residential site in Turlock, CA. Reporting directly to the Chief Program Officer, this executive leadership role provides strategic direction and operational oversight for residential programs serving youth and families while ensuring exceptional service delivery, regulatory compliance, fiscal stewardship, workforce development, and organizational growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mission-driven leader who thrives in complex environments, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is passionate about creating safe, healing, and supportive residential environments where youth can thrive.

If you are a transformational leader with experience overseeing large-scale residential, behavioral health, child welfare, or human services programs, we invite you to join Aspiranet's leadership team.

About Aspiranet

Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with a proud legacy of supporting California communities since 1975. We are committed to ensuring every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual has the tools to thrive.

Our services span the state and are delivered through six dedicated divisions: Foster Care and Adoption, Transitional Age Youth (TAY), Residential Services, Intensive Home-Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family and Community Services.

At Aspiranet, every role contributes to something greater by helping create a future where opportunity, hope, healing, and safety are within everyone's reach.

Position Summary

The Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director provides strategic and operational leadership for Aspiranet's Hope Forward Residential site. This leader is responsible for program excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, workforce development, quality outcomes, and sustainable growth across all residential operations.

As a member of Aspiranet's Leadership Team, the Youth Residential & Crisis Services Director partners with executive leaders, county agencies, community partners, and regulatory stakeholders to strengthen services, expand opportunities, and ensure the highest standards of care for children and youth served throughout the Residential, CSU, PHF and CCRP programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Residential Division in alignment with Aspiranet's mission, values, and organizational priorities.
• Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and expansion of residential programs and services throughout California.
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities through RFPs, RFQs, strategic partnerships, grants, and new funding opportunities.
• Serve as the executive representative with county agencies, state departments, licensing bodies, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Provide executive oversight for residential operations to ensure high-quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
• Oversee divisional budgets, financial planning, forecasting, and long-term fiscal sustainability.
• Analyze operational, financial, and performance data to support strategic decision-making and risk mitigation.
• Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to strengthen program outcomes and service excellence.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing Program Directors and Residential leadership teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Quality Improvement, Information Technology, Facilities, and Compliance teams to ensure organizational alignment.
• Support agency-wide strategic initiatives, accreditation efforts, organizational growth, and change management activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
• Current California clinical licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Licensed Psychologist) is preferred for candidates overseeing clinical residential, CSU,CCRP, PHF programs but is not required unless mandated by program or licensing requirements.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible senior leadership experience overseeing complex residential, behavioral health, child welfare, or human services programs with multiple locations or regional operations.
• Demonstrated success leading large multidisciplinary teams and developing high-performing leadership teams.
• Proven experience overseeing large operating budgets, financial planning, and fiscal accountability.
• Experience with program development, strategic planning, organizational growth, and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of licensing standards, accreditation requirements, contract compliance, and regulatory requirements for residential or human service programs.
• Experience leading Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), performance management, risk management, and organizational change initiatives.
• Ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with county agencies, licensing bodies, healthcare organizations, educational partners, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Valid California Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and ability to travel statewide.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Primarily on-site leadership in Turlock, CA role with travel to other programs.
• Executive oversight of multiple residential programs and leadership teams.
• Frequent engagement with county partners, licensing agencies, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Regular participation in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and operational review meetings.
• Use of computers and communication systems for extended periods.

Why Aspiranet?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program, including discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness services, gym memberships, pet care, and more.
• Flexible paid time off including vacation, sick leave, diversity days, holidays, and birthday time off.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential support resources.
• Ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence statewide strategy, quality outcomes, and organizational excellence.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture dedicated to supporting California's children, families, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the youth, families, and communities we serve. Aspiranet strives to provide employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing worldviews, cultures, and lived experiences.