Assistant Program Director

Assistant Program Director

Salary Range: $70,000-$76,000 annually/DOE

Full-time, Onsite position

The Assistant Program Director is charged with the growth and development of the Residential team at Embark in San Martin, supporting Embark’s commitment to its mission and vision. The Assistant Program Director serves as a core member of the Residential Management Team, adheres to all policies and procedures, and is responsible for facilitating trainings. This position assumes supervisory duties for the Residential Supervisors/Facility Managers, requiring attention, awareness, and response to the training and development needs of residential staff.

• Ensuring that the facility maintains compliance with all relevant regulations, licensing standards, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans for each resident, including coordinating services with external agencies and professional as needed.
• Contribute to and initiate programmatic troubleshooting, planning, evaluating, and creation of curriculum and programmatic design for the residential department.
• Participating in ongoing training and professional development activities to stay informed about best practices in youth care and related fields.
• Serve as direct supervisor for Facility Managers:

1. Aid and support the residential staff team by filling in and covering in a direct care capacity when necessary for coverage, mentorship, or training purposes

• Participating in program evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness of services and identify areas of improvement and contributing to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the hiring process, including interviewing, candidate assessment and onboarding.
• Perform a variety of routine and consistent administrative duties such as maintaining documentation, tracking program outcomes, and participating in meetings and reporting. within the residential department
• Collaborate with the Program Director and other professionals involved in the care of the youth, including therapists, educators, medical professionals, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support.
• Facilitate communication and involvement between clients, their families, and the community, including organizing family meetings and events.
• Assist in the management of crisis and emergencies within the facility, including de-escalation techniques and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients and staff.

• Must maintain current First Aid/CPR/AED certificate and Safety Care Training
• Must obtain a valid State of California Driver's License
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older
• Must obtain at least a High School Diploma or equivalent GED
• Preferred experience with adolescents who are navigating various mental health challenges

• Unlock your professional potential with a personalized growth plan, training alongside nationally recognized industry leaders, and company-sponsored certifications.
• Enjoy a comprehensive Benefits Program, encompassing medical insurance with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401k with company matching, and paid paternal leave.
• Company Paid Holidays and a PTO accrual schedule.
• At Embark, we and our team members embody core values of empathy, trusting relationships, service, growth, and results. Join us in making a meaningful difference.

Click/insert the link to see what life look like at Embark San Martin: https://www.embarkbh.com/location/embark-behavioral-health-in-san-martin-california/ 

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Embark seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

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