LVN / LPT Program Director

Stars Behavioral Health Group • Victorville, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The LVN / LPT Program Director has primary responsibility for implementing, directing, and supervising Licensed Nurses and, if applicable, the Program Coordinator, Peer Support, Household Coaches, and Resource Specialists who provide case management, counseling, rehabilitation, and activity groups. The Director supports the Clinical Director as needed and must be on the premises for the hours necessary to manage and administer the program in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. During any absence of the Administrator, the Program Director continues operations and carries out Administrator responsibilities.

The role is based at Desert Hill Crisis Residential Treatment in Victorville, California. The program is a short-term, voluntary, 24/7 residential facility serving adults ages 18–59 who are experiencing a psychiatric crisis. Services include therapeutic and mental health services, medication evaluation and support, crisis intervention, rehabilitation and recovery services (including substance use rehabilitation), daily exercise and health and wellness education, and pre-vocational or vocational counseling to support transition back to the community.

Requirements

• A master's degree in social work, psychology, or marriage, family and child counseling from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• A valid California nursing license (LVN, LPT, RN, or NP) is required.
• A valid California driver's license.
• First Aid certification from a qualified agency, including but not limited to the American Red Cross.
• Two years of direct-service experience with people with mental illness, preferably adults.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a health care setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• California Registered Intern status as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Marriage, Family and Child Counselor (LMFT).

Responsibilities

• Implement, direct, and supervise Licensed Nurses.
• Supervise the Program Coordinator, Peer Support, Household Coaches, and Resource Specialists, if applicable.
• Oversee staff providing case management, counseling, rehabilitation, and activity groups.
• Support the Clinical Director as needed.
• Be present for the hours necessary to manage and administer the program component of the facility in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Continue program operations and carry out Administrator responsibilities during the Administrator's absence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• On-the-job training and access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
• Employee recognition and rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager