Assistant Program Director

Salary Range: $70,000-$76,000 per year (DOE)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Location: 1470 E. Middle Ave, San Martin CA, 95046 (On-Site)

As the Assistant Program Director, you will play a pivotal role in cultivating a resilient, high-performing Residential team at Embark San Martin, aligning daily operations. As a key member of the Residential Management Team, this leader ensures policy adherence, facilitates impactful staff trainings, and provides direct supervision to Residential Supervisors and Facility Managers. This role calls for a proactive approach to staff development, emotional regulation, and team culture. Fostering an environment where both adolescents and staff can thrive.

• Uphold regulatory compliance by ensuring the facility meets all licensing standards, safety protocols, and organizational policies.

• Guide individualized treatment planning by coordinating with external providers and ensuring integrated care for each resident.

• Lead program development efforts, including curriculum design, troubleshooting, and strategic planning to enhance residential services.

• Supervise Facility Managers with a focus on mentorship, accountability, and fostering a culture of emotional regulation and professional growth.

• Provide hands-on support to residential staff through direct care coverage, modeling best practices, and reinforcing trauma-informed approaches.

• Champion continuous improvement by participating in program evaluations and implementing quality initiatives that elevate care outcomes.

• Collaborate in hiring, interviewing, and onboarding processes to build a resilient, well-boundaried team aligned with Embark’s mission.

• Maintain consistent administrative oversight, including documentation, outcome tracking, and active participation in team meetings and reporting.

• Partner with the Program Director and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support for youth, families, and community engagement.

• Experience working in high acuity behavioral health. 
• 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

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.