Assistant Director of Nursing - Youth Mental Health 616

Main Template•San Leandro, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), under the guidance of the Regional Director of Nursing, is responsible for activities related to administration of members-served care systems and nursing care. The role supports Alameda County Youth CSU, a crisis stabilization unit serving youth in Alameda County. The program provides screening and triage, medication support, and brief treatment in a safe, protective setting, with a typical stay of up to 24 hours. It may be co-located with acute inpatient programs to support warm-hand-off transfers when needed. This is a full-time role scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with on-call responsibilities in a structured, advance-scheduled rotation. While on call, the employee must monitor communications and respond to work-related needs according to operational protocols. The ADON helps lead nursing operations, staff, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, medication management, infection control, budgeting, and coordination with clinical and administrative departments. The expected starting wage range is $125,258.42–$154,736.95, with starting pay commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and either: two years of experience, including one year in psychiatric nursing and one year in a supervisory capacity; or a baccalaureate degree in nursing or a related field and one year of experience in psychiatric nursing, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
Current, valid California RN license.
At least 18 years of age.
CPR, BLS AHA, and hands-on Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification by the date of employment and before providing direct client care; certifications must remain current throughout employment.
Valid and current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance listing the applicant as a driver.
Willingness to use a personal vehicle to attend meetings and other work-related activities.
Successful completion of applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step tuberculosis PPD test, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
If driving is required, maintain a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Youth experience is preferred.
Crisis, emergency room, or inpatient experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Telecare’s mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Assist in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling nursing services.
Collaborate with the Regional Floating Director of Nursing to develop departmental goals, objectives, performance standards, policies, and procedures, and organize the department to meet legal, organizational, and medical staff guidelines.
Advise the administrator when evaluating procedural changes related to care of members served.
Use management practices that empower staff, provide clear expectations and frequent feedback, and support Continuous Quality Improvement.
Promote effective relationships and communication within the nursing department and with other departments.
Collaborate with administrative staff on strategic planning to ensure the facility’s ongoing effectiveness.
Work within established staffing requirements and recommend nursing personnel numbers and classifications to the Administrator.
Participate in recruitment, selection, and, when necessary, disciplinary action within the Nursing Department.
Partner with the Administrator to implement the safety program and help reduce workers’ compensation claims.
Follow standards for procurement of departmental supplies and equipment.
Help manage the Nursing Department within budget and participate in fiscal budget development.
Ensure nursing department compliance with applicable state, federal, and local licensing regulations and requirements.
Oversee medication management and infection control standards.
Collaborate with the leadership team and departments on quality initiatives and coordinate nursing services with clinical and ancillary services.
Promote cost-effective use of personnel, supplies, and equipment.
Participate in and encourage staff participation in professional and trade organizations that promote mental health services.
Promote a “no force first” culture and establish standards for safe, therapeutically effective care.
Assess the quality of nursing care and ensure sound practice.
Establish and maintain a Nursing Department Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement program, including cross-department collaboration, employee education, monitoring standards, and removing barriers to high-quality care.
Participate in committees involving members-served safety and nursing policies, practices, and procedures.
Maintain personal professional growth and support the ongoing professional development of nursing staff.

Benefits

Paid time off accrual for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
Nine paid holidays.
Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shift and 10% for overnight shift.
Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for weekend AM, 11% for weekend PM, and 15% for weekend overnight shifts.
Free continuing education units (CEUs).
Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
Coaching and mentorship.
Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
Medical insurance.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
401(k).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
Weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for use of a personal vehicle for work.