Program Director

Crestwood Behavioral Health•Vallejo, CA

1d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family! For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive! The Program Director directs and coordinates the rehabilitation program. The Program Director ensures compliance with established policies and procedures of the overall program and the timely completion of respective reporting requirements. Crestwood’s program in Vallejo is based on a commitment to providing mental health clients with a continuum of care that puts them well on the road to recovery. Mental Health Rehabilitation Centers (MHRCs) provide psychosocial rehabilitation programs in secure, residential settings with a focus on brief lengths of stay. Our Residential Care for Elderly (RCFE) supports independence, while providing health and wellness programs, managing both physical and behavioral problems, and promoting integration into the community. Our employees are our most valuable assets. Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Requirements

Must have an active Community Care License (CCL).
Must meet regulatory educational standards.
Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field, which includes at least 24 semester college units in one or more of the following subject areas: Psychology Social Work Sociology Behavioral Sciences Psychiatric Nursing; and Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a community program that serves clients who have a mental illness. Such experience must be in the direct provision of services to clients, of which one (1) year must be in the position of supervising direct care staff
As an alternative to the bachelor’s degree and experience list above, a total of four years of experience in providing direct services in the community to persons with mental illnesses, of which 2 years must be in a position of supervising direct care staff, and graduation from high school or possession of a GED may be substituted.
Demonstrated knowledge of DSM-5, psycho-social rehabilitation, and recovery principles.
Familiarity with applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

The Program Director directs and coordinates the rehabilitation program.
The Program Director ensures compliance with established policies and procedures of the overall program and the timely completion of respective reporting requirements.